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Labor & Employment Associate (47 Years) - San Francisco

$260k - $420k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Labor & Employment Associate (4–7 Years) – California (Los Angeles or San Francisco)

Direct Counsel represents a well-regarded Am Law firm seeking a midlevel to senior Labor & Employment Associate to join its California offices. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced attorney to take on leadership responsibility, build a practice, and work on sophisticated employment matters across industries.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead employment litigation matters, including single-plaintiff and class/collective actions
  • Handle court appearances, depositions, and all phases of litigation
  • Draft and argue dispositive motions, including summary judgment and arbitration motions
  • Manage complex discovery and class certification strategy
  • Counsel clients on employment compliance, policies, and workplace issues
  • Draft employment-related agreements, including separation, arbitration, and offer documents
  • Conduct labor and employment due diligence for M&A transactions
  • Supervise junior associates and manage client relationships

What We’re Looking For:

  • 4–7 years of labor & employment experience
  • Strong litigation background with hands-on motions and deposition experience
  • Experience with wage & hour and class/collective actions preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage matters and client relationships
  • Federal clerkship experience is a plus
  • Experience at an Am Law 100 firm preferred
  • Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills
  • Active California Bar admission required

Why This Role:

  • High level of responsibility with direct client interaction
  • Opportunity to build and grow a practice within a leading L&E group
  • Exposure to both litigation and counseling work
  • Competitive compensation: $260,000 – $420,000 + discretionary bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), healthcare, and parental leave
  • Hybrid work schedule (2dys in the office, 3dys from home)
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