Employment and Labor Group Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Morrison Foerster; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Los Angeles seeks a Mid-Level Employment and Labor Group Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in employment law, strong communication skills, and is a member of the California Bar. The firm offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, fostering career growth and development.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Parental leave and family benefits

401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans

Global wellness program

Flex Time Away

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience in employment law.
• Strong writing skills and legal knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide employment law compliance advice and counseling.
• Prepare and negotiate employment agreements.
• Litigate cases related to wrongful termination and discrimination.

Skills

Employment law compliance advice

Litigation

Research and analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

California Bar membership

Job description

Employment and Labor Group Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

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Position: Employment and Labor Group Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Office: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA

Experience: 3 - 5 Years of Experience

Who We Are

MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top-notch talent.

MoFo consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to our legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to our communities.

Our Employment and Labor Practice Group

Learn more about the team and the work you can do at https://www.mofo.com/capabilities/employment-labor.

Who You Are

• You are a high performer with 3 - 5 years of experience in the following areas:
• Employment law compliance advice and counseling
• Preparation and negotiation of employment agreements, separation agreements, and other employment and personnel related contracts, policies;
• Litigation, specifically trade secrets and employee mobility, wrongful termination, employment discrimination and harassment, whistleblower;
• Conducting due diligence, and drafting and negotiating employment-related agreements and aspects of purchase and merger agreements in the context corporate M&A transactions.
• You have strong writing skills.
• You have outstanding research and analytical skills.
• You are comfortable dealing directly with clients and can effectively balance multiple projects and be responsive to client advice and counseling requests.
• You have sound legal and business knowledge in working on a broad spectrum of cases and counseling clients with respect to ongoing matters.
• You have excellent communication skills and the ability to attentively listen, actively engage, and concisely and effectively communicate complex matters in oral and written form.
• You have a strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and action-oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for client matters to help you succeed on our team.
• You have strong academic credentials.
• You are a member of the California Bar.
  

Own Your MoFo Career

MoFo empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to our attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.

• MyMoFo, a best-in-class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
• MoFo Navigate, our mentoring and sponsorship programs, takes a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, MoFo Navigate creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of our attorneys as they grow and develop.
• MoFo NEXT, our dedicated Center for Career Advancement, offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.
  
  

What We Offer

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
• Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.
  
  

Inquiries

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sara Kakuris Murrell, Attorney Recruiting Manager.

Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health/welfare benefits (including parental, adoption, and fertility benefits), flexible time off, and paid holidays. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience (including class year); and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

Los Angeles, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

San Francisco, CA annual salary range: $260,000 to $365,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Administration of Justice, Law Practice, and Legal Services

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