Employment Litigation Associate

Woodland Hills, CA

A premier national labor and employment law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate to join its Woodland Hills office. This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of collaborative, high‑performing attorneys in a firm that values autonomy, professional growth, and work‑life balance. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of employment litigation experience, strong case‑handling skills, and a demonstrated interest in labor and employment law. Candidates who thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and are looking to grow within a national firm are encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: $210,000 - $260,000 / year DOE

Employment Litigation Associate Responsibilities:

• Manage employment litigation matters, including drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, including dispositive motions, and taking and defending depositions
• Handle wage and hour cases, including class actions and PAGA claims
• Work collaboratively with multiple partners across various matters
• Engage with clients and maintain positive working relationships
• Stay current on employment law trends and regulatory updates

Employment Litigation Associate Requirements:

• J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school
• Admitted to the California Bar and in good standing
• 3-6 years of employment litigation experience preferred
• Experience handling California wage‑and‑hour class actions and PAGA cases is highly preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
• Comfortable working in a team‑based environment with a proactive, self‑starter attitude
• Excellent academic credentials and attention to detail

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic bonus structure
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Profit sharing, life and disability insurance, student loan refinancing, and more
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Holidays
• CLE and Bar dues fully paid
• Hybrid work flexibility after training
• Opportunities for advancement, including non‑equity/equity partnership consideration