Labor & Employment Associate

ThinkingAhead

$235K — $365K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2 to 5 years of broad employment law experience
  • Strong litigation and counseling background preferred
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong academic credentials and attention to detail
  • High level of professionalism, initiative, and work ethic
  • Active California Bar admission required

Responsibilities

  • Handle all phases of employment litigation and case development
  • Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs
  • Manage written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation
  • Conduct witness interviews and workplace investigations
  • Advise clients on employment policies, compliance matters, and employment-related best practices
  • Assist with drafting employment agreements and separation agreements
  • Collaborate with partners and mentor junior associates when appropriate

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Retirement-related benefits and commuter benefits
  • Wellness resources and additional employee support programs
Full Job Description
An AmLaw-ranked law firm is seeking a highly motivated Employment & Labor Associate with two to five years of experience to join its growing employment practice in Southern California. Opportunities are available in multiple office locations including Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and San Diego.
Responsibilities
  • Handle all phases of employment litigation and case development
  • Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, motions, and briefs
  • Manage written discovery, document review, and deposition preparation
  • Conduct witness interviews and workplace investigations
  • Advise clients on employment policies, compliance matters, and employment-related best practices
  • Assist with drafting employment agreements and separation agreements
  • Collaborate with partners and mentor junior associates when appropriate
Qualifications
  • 2 to 5 years of broad employment law experience
  • Strong litigation and counseling background preferred
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong academic credentials and attention to detail
  • High level of professionalism, initiative, and work ethic
  • Active California Bar admission required
Compensation & Benefits
The expected annual pay range for this position is $235,000-$365,000. Please note that the final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.
Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, parental leave, retirement-related benefits, commuter benefits, wellness resources, and additional employee support programs.
Additional Information
Candidates coming directly from judicial clerkships or with less than one full year of post-bar experience should apply directly. Recruiter submissions for such candidates will not be accepted.

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