Labor & Employment Associate - Los Angeles

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Los Angeles office . This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to work with a nationally recognized practice group representing clients across a range of industries. The firm offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and an exceptional firm culture focused on excellence and collaboration.

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
Location: Los Angeles or Orange County (Onsite)
Practice Group: Labor & Employment
Experience Required: 2–6 years
Salary Range: $225,000 – $365,000 per year (commensurate with experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent employers in litigation and counseling on matters including wage and hour compliance, employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave and accommodation issues, employment agreements, and personnel policies.

• Handle both class action and individual claims, including wage and hour class actions and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims.

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and discovery.

• Provide strategic legal advice to clients and manage client relationships.

• Collaborate with partners and team members on sophisticated employment law matters.

Qualifications:

• 2–6 years of experience in labor and employment law.

• Strong experience handling wage & hour class action and PAGA matters required.

• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.

• High attention to detail and initiative to take ownership of work.

• Strong academic credentials and law school transcript with class rank required.

• Admitted to the California Bar or eligible for admission.

Practice Overview:
The firm’s Labor & Employment Practice provides forward-thinking strategies and litigation support across the full spectrum of workplace issues. The team counsels clients on compliance, risk management, and high-stakes disputes, offering tailored legal and business solutions.

Application Requirements:

• Resume

• Law school transcript (including class rank)

• Two recent writing samples
  (All documents must be submitted in PDF format.)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary: $225,000–$365,000

• Discretionary bonus eligibility

• Comprehensive health insurance (including optional HSA)

• Dental, vision, life, and disability coverage

• 401(k) with firm match

• Vacation and sick leave

• Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)