Associate Attorney Labor and Employment

gpac LLC.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Paid bar dues, CLEs

Parking

Firm-paid perks

Job summary

gpac LLC seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Litigation team in San Diego, CA. You will handle employment matters with mentorship, gaining meaningful client exposure in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in employment litigation, wage/hour/PAGA experience preferred, and is licensed to practice in California. This role offers strong growth and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of employment litigation experience.
• Wage & hour class actions and/or PAGA experience preferred.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep.
• Strong writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team.
• Licensed and in good standing in California.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse employment litigation caseload including class actions and PAGA matters.
• Direct client interaction and meaningful litigation responsibility.
• Collaborate within a team and receive strong mentorship.
• Contribute to case strategy and long-term professional growth.

Skills

Employment litigation

Wage & hour / PAGA

Discovery & depositions

Trial preparation

Strong writing

Education

Licensed in California

Job description

Associate Attorney | Labor & Employment Litigation | San Diego, CA

A well-established litigation firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment practice in San Diego. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated employment matters while building your career in a collaborative environment that offers strong mentorship, meaningful client exposure, and long-term growth.

What They're Looking For

• 2+ years of employment litigation experience
• Wage & hour class action and/or PAGA experience strongly preferred
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Licensed and in good standing in California

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Handle a diverse employment litigation caseload, including class actions and PAGA matters
• Direct client interaction and meaningful litigation responsibility
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong mentorship
• Excellent opportunity for long-term professional growth

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation
• Robust bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid bar dues, CLEs, parking, and additional firm-paid perks

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.