Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

Ohagan Meyer; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Mentorship and development

Direct client contact

Low turnover team

Competitive compensation

401(k) plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

O’Hagan Meyer in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience to join our Labor & Employment team. The role involves handling single-plaintiff and class-action matters, counseling clients, and contributing to audits, with opportunities for courtroom exposure.

You will work with a supportive, mentorship-focused culture that values flexibility and long-term growth, with a hybrid schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years civil litigation experience in CA, including discovery, motions, and trial prep.
• JD from ABA-accredited law school with strong academics.
• Excellent writing and advocacy; ability to work independently and with partners.
• Licensed to practice in California; FEHA exposure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters with supervision and mentorship.
• Collaborate with clients across industries and provide strategic counsel.
• Gained courtroom and case handling experience as part of a dynamic team.

Skills

Civil Litigation

Oral Advocacy

Legal Writing

Independent Work

Collaboration

Education

JD Degree

Job description

O’Hagan Meyer is looking for driven Associate Attorneys with 3+ years of civil litigation experience to join our Labor & Employment team in Downtown Los Angeles. This is a stellar opportunity for a litigator who is eager to dive into the full spectrum of labor and employment matters—including single-plaintiff cases, wage & hour class and PAGA actions, counseling, and compliance audits —alongside a supportive and dynamic team.

You will tackle cutting-edge legal issues, collaborate with clients in a broad array of industries, and gain meaningful courtroom and case handling experience, all in a culture that values mentorship, flexibility, and long-term growth.

At O’Hagan Meyer, we value diversity and are proud to be anEqual Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants—no matter your background—to apply and grow with us. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience in California, including discovery, motion practice, and, ideally, trial prep and trial
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with partners
• Exposure to FEHA, agency complaints, wage & hour, and related employment law issues is a plus
• Licensed to practice in CA

Benefits

• Options for a hybrid schedule to promote work-life balance
• Mentorship and development programs tailored to your individual goals and growth
• Direct client contact and responsibility on high-level matters
• A collegial team with low turnover
• Competitive compensation and multiple bonus opportunities
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution
• A robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, FSAs, paid parental leave, and more

Salary Range: $170,000 to $215,000