Associate Attorney: Employment, Labor & Workforce Management

Epstein Becker & Green, P.C.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Epstein Becker Green, P.C. in Los Angeles seeks a mid-level attorney to join its national Employment, Labor & Workforce Management (ELWM) practice.

You will handle litigation, draft pleadings, conduct legal research, investigate facts, interview witnesses, and advise on workplace policies and practices. The ideal candidate has California bar admission, at least two years of labor and employment law experience, and strong writing skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of labor and employment law experience.
• Admission to practice law in California is mandatory.
• Strong academic credentials and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings and briefs.
• Conduct legal research and fact investigations.
• Interview witnesses and interact with clients and opposing counsel.
• Attend court appearances and conduct/defend depositions.
• Provide advice on workplace policies, employment agreements, and wage/hour issues.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Client communication

Court appearances

Depositions

Interviews witnesses

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Overview

Where Law and Innovation Meet

At Epstein Becker Green, you’ll build a career at the intersection of workforce management, health care, and life sciences. Since our founding in 1973—and across offices in key markets nationwide,we’ve taken an industry-focused approach to counseling, litigation, and regulatory work. From day one, you’ll contribute to high-impact projects across firm and client initiatives for organizations ranging from emerging companies to large enterprises, with access tomentorship and trainingand clear paths to expand your skills and responsibilities. You’ll join collaborative teams grounded in respect, inclusion, and practical problem-solving—so you can do your best work and see the results in real client outcomes.

Our reputation is reflected in independent rankings and awards, but we measure success by the impact you can make and the colleagues who help you make it. Our model supports cross-office collaboration, modern knowledge tools, and opportunities to explore adjacent practices and industry issues as your interests evolve. If you’re seeking a place to do sophisticated work, learn from supportive colleagues, and build a career with flexibility and purpose, look to Epstein Becker Green.

Responsibilities

Description

TheLos Angelesoffice of Epstein Becker & Green is seeking a mid-level attorney to work in its growing national management-side Employment, Labor & Workforce Management (ELWM) practice. Candidates should have a minimum of twoyears of relevant labor and employment law experience. This position requires knowledge of federal and state labor & employment laws (e.g., FEHA, CFRA, California Labor Code, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, ADEA, FMLA, ADA, wage and hour and trade secret law, and similar laws).

The ideal candidate should have experience handling all aspects of litigation, including:

• Drafting pleadings and various motions and briefs
• Legal research
• Conducting fact investigations
• Interviewing witnesses
• Interacting with clients and opposing counsel
• Attending court appearances
• Conducting and defending depositions

Additionally, experience providing advice and counsel on workplace law issues, including:

• Employment-related policies
• Employment agreements
• Reductions-in-force
• Wage and hour
• ADA and other workplace accommodations
• Employee relations

Candidates must possess strong academic credentials and have excellent communication and writing skills. Admission to practice law in California is mandatory.

Qualifications

The expected salary range for this position is $210,000 - $300,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable, licensure or certification obtained.

Firm factors are also considered. In addition to the base salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Epstein Becker Green is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable fair chance laws.

Pay Range

USD $210,000.00 - USD $300,000.00 /Yr.