Employment Litigation Associate

Boutique Recruiting

$210K — $260K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 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 with 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
  • Proactive, self-starter attitude with teamwork capability

Responsibilities

  • Manage employment litigation matters, including drafting and responding to discovery and pleadings
  • Handle wage and hour cases, including class actions and PAGA claims
  • Collaborate with multiple partners across various matters
  • Engage with clients to maintain positive working relationships
  • Stay updated on employment law trends and regulatory changes

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Fantastic bonus structure
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Hybrid work flexibility after training
  • Opportunities for advancement, including non-equity/equity partnership consideration
Full Job Description
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

Apply now!

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