Junior Employment Litigation Associate

Boutique Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Hybrid work schedule

Performance-based bonus

Paid holidays

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting presents an exciting opportunity in Los Angeles for a Junior Employment Litigation Associate. The role involves hands-on management of employment litigation, from pleadings to discovery, motions, depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of litigation experience, strong writing, and a proactive, collaborative mindset. Salary ranges from $120,000 to $230,000 annually, DOE.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of litigation experience required.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Proactive approach to case management.
• Excellent academic credentials and legal writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment litigation matters through all stages from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Propound and respond to written discovery requests.
• Prepare for, take, and defend depositions; participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Assist with wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA matters.
• Conduct legal research and develop persuasive arguments.
• Collaborate with partners and attorneys on diverse matters.
• Manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Case management

Research skills

Proactive

Collaborative

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Position Title: Junior Employment Litigation Associate
A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking a Junior Employment Litigation Associate to join its Los Angeles office. This opportunity offers hands-on experience managing employment litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, handling discovery, preparing motions, conducting depositions, and participating in mediations and settlement negotiations.
The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of litigation experience, strong legal writing and analytical skills, and a proactive approach to case management. This individual will thrive in a collaborative environment that values professional development, initiative, and meaningful responsibility early in their career.

Salary Range

$120,000 - $230,000 / annually, DOE

Responsibilities

• Handle employment litigation matters through various stages, from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, dispositive and non-dispositive motions, and other litigation documents
• Propound and respond to written discovery requests
• Prepare for, take, and defend depositions
• Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
• Assist with wage-and-hour class actions and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) matters
• Conduct legal research and develop persuasive legal arguments
• Collaborate with multiple partners and attorneys on a variety of employment litigation matters
• Manage competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality work

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
• 2-3 years of litigation experience
• Experience handling litigation matters at various stages, from inception through resolution
• Proficiency in drafting pleadings, managing written discovery, and preparing substantive motions
• Experience preparing for, taking, and defending depositions
• Familiarity with mediations and settlement negotiations
• Experience with wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA matters preferred
• Excellent academic credentials, legal writing skills, and analytical abilities
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions for eligible employees
• Health savings and flexible spending account options
• Paid holidays and flexible vacation arrangements
• Hybrid work schedule following initial training, with regular in-office collaboration
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Parental leave and additional insurance benefits
• Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing training
• Opportunities to work on diverse litigation matters with experienced attorneys
• Long-term career advancement opportunities, including potential partnership consideration