Senior Associate - Trial and Defense Labor and Employment

Overview A law firm seeks a senior associate attorney with 5-8 years of experience in labor and employment to join their trial and defense practice in Los Angeles. This role involves handling high-exposure employment disputes, including discrimination, retaliation, and reasonable accommodation cases. Responsibilities Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters Investigate claims and develop case strategies Assess and respond to complaints in State and Federal court Draft and respond to discovery requests Review and analyze documents for production Conduct legal research using Westlaw Take and defend depositions Draft and submit pleadings and motions Attend hearings and argue motions Prepare pre-trial and trial documents Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial Report effectively to clients Qualifications Labor and employment litigation experience required Admission to the bar in California Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation Exceptional legal writing and communication skills Effective oral advocacy skills Strong interpersonal skills Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly Education and Certifications Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school Admission to the bar in California Skills Exceptional legal writing and communication skills Effective oral advocacy skills Strong interpersonal skills Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly Benefits Hybrid work flexibility Flexible paid time off Performance bonuses Student debt repayment assistance Referral rewards Mentorship and career growth opportunities Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives Wellbeing benefits including wellness activities and a dedicated Wellbeing Day Inclusive parental leave Global mobility program #J-18808-Ljbffr BCG Attorney Search