Associate, Labor & Employment

Talnt; Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Low turnover culture

Direct client contact

Mentorship and training

Health benefits

401(k) plan with employer contrib.

Pension plan

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Talnt, a national law firm, seeks a Litigation Associate with at least 2 years of civil litigation experience to join its Labor & Employment practice in Orange County, California. This hybrid role offers exposure to FEHA, wage/hour and agency matters with direct case responsibility and mentorship.

Responsibilities include representing clients in labor and employment matters, drafting pleadings, conducting depositions, and assisting with trial preparation; collaborate with senior attorneys and

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active California license to practice law.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Familiarity with FEHA, wage/hour, and agency practice.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in labor and employment matters, including FEHA and wage/hour claims.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and settlements.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare for hearings and trial.
• Provide strategic legal counsel across employment law issues.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex matters.
• Maintain timely case documentation and reporting.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

About the Role

A national law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate with at least 2 years of experience to join its Labor & Employment practice group in Orange County, California. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of employment law matters, including single-plaintiff disputes and complex wage and hour class actions. The role is ideal for a motivated attorney seeking hands-on experience with sophisticated clients, direct case responsibility, and mentorship in a supportive, low-turnover environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in labor and employment matters, including claims involving FEHA, wage and hour violations, and agency complaints

• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and settlement agreements

• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare for hearings, and assist with trial preparation

• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients across a variety of employment law issues

• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters

• Maintain timely and accurate case documentation and reporting

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

• Active license to practice law in the State of California

• 2+ years of experience in civil litigation

• Familiarity with labor and employment law, including FEHA, wage & hour, and administrative agency practice

• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience handling wage and hour class actions or PAGA claims

• Exposure to trial preparation and courtroom proceedings

• Demonstrated interest in employment law and litigation strategy

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client-facing work

• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to professional development

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule

• Collegial and collaborative office culture with low turnover

• Direct client contact and early case responsibility

• Ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities

• Competitive base salary between $150,000 and $200,000, plus bonus programs

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) plan with employer contributions and pension plan

• Paid parental leave and child care support

• Disability insurance and flexible spending accounts

Additional Information

• This firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

• The firm participates in E-Verify