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Labor & Employment Defense Attorney -- 3-10+ years

TrueSeek

With multiple offices across California, we are one of the most prominent Am Law 200 firms in the state! Our attorneys thrive in a highly entrepreneurial environment where advancement is merit-based rather than lock-step, and compensation reflects the value you bring.

We’re seeking a well-experienced Labor & Employment Associate with expertise in defending wage & hour and PAGA matters, who is eager to deliver exceptional client service grow alongside an established book of management-side clients.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Lucrative compensation packages, commensurate with experience
  • Annual bonus, monthly production bonus, and originations
  • Profit sharing tied to firm performance
  • Hybrid remote: 3 days in-office per week, flexible based on case demands
  • 401k match and more

Career Growth

  • A dedicated Wage & Hour practice group and a robust Labor & Employment Litigation team — you'll have experienced colleagues and institutional resources behind every case
  • Merit-based path to partnership — advancement reflects your contribution, not your class year
  • Dedicated marketing budget and BD coaching for every associate
  • You'll inherit an active caseload of existing management-side clients — business development is encouraged but not a prerequisite for advancement
  • Clients span an impressive range of industries: construction, hospitality, life sciences, manufacturing, financial services, retail, technology, public agencies and more — giving you meaningful variety across your caseload

Culture

  • Associate attrition rate below the Am Law 200 median
  • Average associate tenure of 5+ years across California offices

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; admission to the California Bar required.
  • 3-10+ years of experience handling labor & employment litigation
  • Strong command of court procedures, discovery practice, and trial preparation
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently from intake through resolution

Join Us

If you're an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney ready to work with top-tier management-side clients in a firm that's transparent about what it offers and what it expects — we'd like to talk!

Vacancy posted 19 hours ago
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