Employment Litigation Associate

Associate Attorney - Employment Litigation (3-7+ Years)

La Jolla, CA (On-Site) or Pasadena, CA (Hybrid: 1 Day Remote)

Compensation: $140,000 - $225,000 DOE



Billable Requirement: 1,850 Hours



Bonus: Monthly bonus program based on billable hours



Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, progressive parental leave, flexible work arrangements, and profit-sharing plan

About the Opportunity

A respected California-based employment law practice is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its growing Employment Litigation team. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney who enjoys handling sophisticated employment matters, working directly with clients, and taking ownership of cases from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate will have strong employment litigation experience, excellent advocacy skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Defend employers in single-plaintiff employment litigation matters involving:
  • Harassment
  • Discrimination
  • Retaliation
  • Wrongful termination
  • Related workplace claims
• Represent employers before the:
  • California Civil Rights Department (CRD)
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
  • California Labor Commissioner
• Provide day-to-day employment law counseling and advice to clients
• Draft and respond to written discovery
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Handle all aspects of law and motion practice, including:
  • Dispositive motions
  • Motions to compel arbitration
  • Discovery motions
• Develop litigation strategy and prepare case evaluations
• Manage an independent caseload and proactively drive cases toward resolution
• Draft mediation briefs and represent clients at mediations
• Attend hearings, status conferences, and argue motions
• Participate in arbitrations and trials

Qualifications

Required

• Active California Bar license
• 3-7+ years of employment litigation experience
• Experience representing employers in employment disputes
• Experience handling administrative charges and employment-related litigation
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently
• Exceptional client service and relationship management skills

Preferred

• Arbitration experience
• Trial experience
• Experience managing cases from intake through resolution with minimal supervision

Why Join This Firm?

• Handle sophisticated and challenging employment litigation matters
• Collaborate with highly regarded labor and employment attorneys
• Enjoy direct client contact and meaningful responsibility
• Benefit from a supportive, team-oriented culture
• Clear opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Competitive compensation, monthly bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and profit-sharing opportunities

If you are looking for a platform where you can deepen your employment litigation practice, work closely with clients, and grow your career alongside accomplished attorneys, we encourage you to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.