California Employment Litigation Associate – Hybrid

DLA Piper LLP; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper seeks Employment Associates for its California Offices (San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, or San Diego). A JD is required; California admission is expected.

The role focuses on litigation management, legal research, and drafting for class actions and wage-related disputes, with opportunities to advise on employment agreements and severance matters. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in labor and employment, strong knowledge of wage/hour laws, and trial experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in labor and employment, including litigation and counsel work.
• Strong knowledge of California and federal employment laws.
• Experience defending class and collective actions, including PAGA claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation tasks, perform legal research and drafting for class actions and single plaintiff cases.
• Draft and negotiate employment, termination/severance, and related agreements; advise on reductions in force.
• Provide day-to-day advice and counsel to a wide range of clients; comply with firm policies.

Skills

Labor and Employment Law

Litigation Management

Legal Research

Legal Drafting

Advice and Counsel

Trial Experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

DLA Piper seeks Employment Associates for its California Offices (San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, or San Diego). A JD is required; California admission is expected.

The role focuses on litigation management, legal research, and drafting for class actions and wage-related disputes, with opportunities to advise on employment agreements and severance matters. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in labor and employment, strong knowledge of wage/hour laws, and trial experience.