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Litigation Associate

$120k - $216k

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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY -- EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION (REMOTE)

Employment Litigation Practice Group Location: Remote (California Bar Admission Required)

REMOTE Our client, a nationally recognized management-side labor and employment law firm, is seeking a talented

Associate Attorney / Of Counsel

to join its Employment Litigation Practice Group. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced employment litigator to work remotely while handling sophisticated employment matters for employers across a broad range of industries. The position offers significant responsibility, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to work alongside highly accomplished labor and employment attorneys in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

Candidate Profile

JD from a

top-tier law school with an excellent academic record

Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing

4 years of substantive California employment litigation experience

(Associate level consideration)

Attorneys seeking

Of Counsel

consideration should possess

9 years of relevant California employment litigation experience

and demonstrated first-chair litigation capabilities

Experience defending employers in employment litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour, and related workplace claims

Experience representing employers in

court proceedings, arbitrations, mediations, and administrative agency matters

Class Action and/or PAGA experience

preferred, but not required

Strong knowledge of California and federal employment laws and administrative procedures

Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution

Excellent written and oral advocacy skills

Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to client service excellence

Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to professionalism, collaboration, and teamwork

Prior large law firm experience is preferred

Key Responsibilities

Defend employers in a broad range of employment litigation matters and agency proceedings

Handle all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation

Represent employers before state and federal administrative agencies

Advise and counsel employers on employment law compliance and workplace issues

Conduct management

training on employment and labor law topics

Handle matters involving

discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, employment torts, contract claims, non-compete issues, and class or representative actions

Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice areas to provide strategic, business-oriented legal counsel to clients

Why Join Us? This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the

nation's most respected labor and employment law platforms . The firm is recognized for its sophisticated employment litigation practice, national footprint, and commitment to innovation in workplace law. Attorneys benefit from meaningful client contact, substantial responsibility, and the flexibility of a fully remote position

while working on complex, high-profile matters. The firm's collaborative culture emphasizes professional development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary:

$120,000 -- $216,000 , commensurate with experience, level, and geographic location.

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; paid holidays; paid vacation; sick leave; employee assistance programs; and additional employee benefits and wellness resources.

Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit a

cover letter ,

resume ,

writing sample

and

law school transcript

for consideration.

*Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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