Employment & Labor Associate

Employment & Labor Associate - Los Angeles, Oakland, San Diego or San Francisco Posted on April 10, 2026 Responsibilities Dentons USLLP is seeking an associate with excellent academic credentials and 2-6 years of employment practice experience. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of employment law and experience handling and managing employment litigation matters while providing employment advice and counsel. The candidate will work with partners and directly with clients as a key member of the team. Expected responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Providing day‑to‑day employment and human‑resources counseling for clients Reviewing, analyzing, and drafting employment agreements, employee handbooks and policies, severance agreements and other employment documents Handling employment litigation matters, including single‑plaintiff, executive compensation, wage‑hour class actions, and PAGA actions, and administrative charges Taking and defending depositions in employment‑litigation matters and managing written‑discovery phrases of litigation matters Working with the team to provide guidance to clients on sensitive personnel issues and policy review and implementation Opportunity to advise and support on traditional labor and NLRB matters Supporting employment aspects of due diligence in mergers and acquisitions, including reviewing employment provisions of asset and stock purchase agreements Performing a key role in formulating legal strategy on litigation matters Supporting the team by performing work on other matters as needed Compensation & Benefits In accordance with California law, the salary range for this position is $225,000 to $345,000, based on experience and office location. Associates may hold titles of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate depending on years of experience. Dentons USLLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short‑term/long‑term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays, and discretionary bonuses. Position Requirements Personal Skills & Attributes Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate practical ideas and solutions through concise written work product and direct client engagement Highly organized, efficient, and able to prioritize, delegate, and manage complex and detail‑oriented assignments Understanding of the importance of exceeding client expectations and providing excellent client service Technical Skills 2‑6 years of employment litigation and counseling experience is required Possesses strong writing and analytical skills Other Requirements Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California and be in good standing Equal Opportunities Dentons USLLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr