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LA - Mid-Senior Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
$210,000 – $270,000
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LA - Mid-Senior Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
talent with heartLos Angeles, CA
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)yesterday
$210,000 – $270,000
EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Our client, an AmLaw 150 international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a mid to senior-level Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Labor & Employment Litigation Practice in Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to handle complex California wage & hour class action claims and PAGA matters, representing employers in high-stakes litigation and advising on compliance and risk management strategies.
Candidate Profile: JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
3+ years of substantive employment litigation experience
Experience handling California wage and hour class actions and PAGA claims
Skilled in drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings
Experience drafting and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions
Strong writing, analytical, and research skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
Soft Skills:
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively; strong communication and organizational skills
Key Responsibilities: Represent employers in California wage & hour class action and PAGA litigation
Draft and respond to discovery requests and initial pleadings
Draft, argue, and respond to motions in state and federal courts
Take and defend depositions, and prepare witnesses for hearings
Advise clients on employment compliance and risk mitigation strategies
Collaborate with partners, associates, and clients to develop case strategy and provide practical solutions
Why Join Us?
This position offers an exceptional opportunity to join a premier labor and employment law firm, recognized for their excellence in handling high-profile wage & hour litigation, class actions, and PAGA litigation. In this role, you will handle sophisticated litigation matters impacting major employers across California and beyond. Attorneys in this practice benefit from direct client interaction, hands‑on litigation experience, ongoing training, and meaningful opportunities for advancement. The firm fosters an inclusive, collaborative culture where talented attorneys thrive through mentorship, professional development support, and exposure to cutting‑edge labor and employment issues.
For driven associates seeking to cultivate deep subject‑matter expertise and advance within a market‑leading practice, this role provides a strong foundation for long‑term career growth.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary:
Annual base salary expected to range from $210,000 – $270,000, based on experience, qualifications, and market factors
Eligibility for bonuses and profit-sharing
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid time off; paid parental leave; 401(k) with employer contribution; family/dependent care leave; FSA/HSA; and an employee assistance program
Additional Benefits:
Optional critical care, accident and hospital indemnity coverage, domestic partner benefits, student loan refinancing support; dependent life insurance; and pet insurance
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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$210,000 – $270,000
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Los Angeles, CA
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