Labor & Employment Litigation Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employers across all stages of employment and labor litigation.
• Handle complex California wage and hour class actions and PAGA matters.
• Manage litigation from pleadings through discovery, motion practice, and resolution.
• Take and defend depositions and support trial preparation and hearings.
• Advise employers on evolving workplace and compliance issues.
• Work closely with partners and colleagues on high-stakes matters.

Who You Are

• 5–7 years of California labor and employment experience.
• Strong background in wage and hour class actions and PAGA litigation.
• Trial experience is advantageous but not required.
• AmLaw 100 experience preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials with strong writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Highly organized, able to manage a fast-paced workload, and proactive in anticipating issues.
• Consistent performance at or above “exceeds expectations” level at your current firm.
• Admitted to practice in California (required).

Compensation

Salary Range: $315,000 – $370,000
DOE
Bonus: Performance and hours-based bonus programme

Benefits

Comprehensive health, retirement, and paid leave benefits