Associate Attorney - Employment Law

Position Overview

West Coast Trial Lawyers is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our growing Employment Law Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly licensed attorney or an attorney with up to two years of litigation experience who is looking to develop a long-term career in employment law.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in handling employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses of legal issues.
• Absorb and assist with wage and hour litigation and other employment-related matters.
• Prepare for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and trial.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, mediations, and client meetings alongside senior attorneys.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and the court.
• Absorb and assist in developing litigation strategy under the supervision of senior attorneys.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal support staff to efficiently manage case progression.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar, or recently passed the California Bar Examination with admission pending.
• 1-2 years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in employment law, wage and hour litigation, workers' compensation, personal injury, or other civil litigation is highly preferred.
• Experience with wage and hour matters is a plus but not required.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop under the mentorship of an experienced Senior Employment Attorney.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to commute daily to our Downtown Los Angeles office.

Benefits

West Coast Trial Lawyers offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer contributions, paid time off, sick leave, and holidays, along with firm-sponsored team lunches.