Labor and Employment Associate

Join a highly regarded California-based law firm where you'll play a key role advising and defending employers in a sophisticated labor and employment practice. This is an opportunity to work on complex matters for a diverse portfolio of businesses, gain meaningful responsibility, and develop your practice alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, collegial environment. The firm is committed to delivering exceptional legal services while maintaining a culture that supports professional growth, work-life balance, and long-term career advancement. Attorneys are given direct exposure to clients, substantial hands-on experience, and a realistic path toward partnership.Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent employers in a broad range of labor and employment matters, including litigation, workplace disputes, and employment counseling.Manage cases through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.Advise employers on compliance with California and federal employment laws, workplace policies, and risk management strategies.Collaborate with partners and fellow attorneys to develop case strategy and deliver practical, business-focused legal solutions.Work directly with clients ranging from emerging companies to large national and international organizations.Qualifications / Nice to HaveMust HaveActive admission to the California Bar.Minimum of 5 years of labor and employment law experience.Experience representing employers in employment litigation and workplace-related disputes.Background with a law firm that maintains a sophisticated labor and employment or litigation practice.Strong academic credentials from a highly regarded law school.Must reside in California or be actively relocating to California.Nice to HaveExperience counseling employers on day-to-day employment law issues.Class action, PAGA, wage and hour, or single-plaintiff employment litigation experience.Trial, arbitration, or significant deposition experience.BenefitsSalary range: $280,000 - $330,000, depending on experience.Opportunity to work on sophisticated matters for local, national, and international businesses.Direct mentorship and collaboration with an experienced labor and employment team.Meaningful client contact and substantive responsibilities.Clear opportunities for professional development and advancement, including partnership potential.Modern office environment featuring state-of-the-art workplace design and technology.Culture that values professional excellence alongside personal, family, and community commitments.