Hybrid Labor & Employment Associate: Wage & Hour, PAGA

Joseph Michaels International; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 275,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its hybrid LA office. You will handle sophisticated wage and hour, PAGA, and class action matters for a diverse client base, with significant responsibility and client interaction.

Ideal candidates possess a JD from a top-tier law school, California Bar admission in good standing, and 4–7 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record
• Active California Bar in good standing
• 4–7 years of labor and employment experience
• Experience handling wage-and-hour, PAGA, and class actions

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in wage and hour, PAGA, and class action matters
• Manage a wide range of labor and employment litigation from inception to resolution
• Advise on compliance with evolving California and federal employment laws
• Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and other filings
• Conduct discovery, including depositions and document review
• Prepare pleadings and settlement documents
• Represent clients in disputes involving non-compete and non-solicitation agreements
• Collaborate to develop practical client solutions

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Team collaboration

Independent management

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

Joseph Michaels International in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its hybrid LA office. You will handle sophisticated wage and hour, PAGA, and class action matters for a diverse client base, with significant responsibility and client interaction.

Ideal candidates possess a JD from a top-tier law school, California Bar admission in good standing, and 4–7 years of relevant experience.