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Employment Associate

$125k - $185k

Aionios LLC

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Litigation Associate
Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid – 2 days/week in office)
Salary Range: $125,000 – $185,000 + bonus

Our client, a nationally recognized civil litigation defense firm, is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate to join its Southern California team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a broad range of employment matters within a collaborative, trial-focused environment, with a clear growth track for long-term advancement .

What You’ll Work On:

  • Defending employers in claims involving discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage & hour disputes
  • Managing cases from inception through resolution
  • Drafting pleadings, motions, and other litigation filings
  • Handling written discovery and depositions
  • Participating in mediations, arbitrations, and trials
  • Communicating directly with clients and providing strategic case updates

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience handling employment litigation matters
  • Strong discovery experience, including drafting responses and evidentiary objections
  • Excellent writing, research, and advocacy skills
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong client communication and case management skills
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Active California Bar admission

Why This Role Stands Out:

  • Hybrid flexibility with 2 days per week in-office
  • Defined growth track with clear advancement opportunities
  • Hands-on litigation experience with opportunities to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases
  • Structured training and professional development program
  • Collaborative, trial-focused culture with strong mentorship

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base salary range of $125,000 – $185,000 + performance-based bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), FSA, commuter benefits, and additional perks

This is a strong opportunity for an employment litigator looking to gain meaningful courtroom experience while building a long-term career within a growth-oriented and supportive platform.

Vacancy posted 24 days ago
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