Labor Employment Associate

Wegman Partners; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 255,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegman Partners is seeking senior Labor & Employment Associate opportunities across major markets with elite Am Law firms. These roles feature exceptional compensation, a mix of litigation and advisory work for Fortune 500s, and a real path to partnership, backed by mentorship-focused teams and hybrid work arrangements.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of Labor & Employment experience at a top-tier firm, strong academics, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Labor & Employment experience at a top-tier firm.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills.
• Management-side, employee-side, or mixed backgrounds will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Handle substantive Labor & Employment matters including litigation and advisory work for major clients.
• Collaborate with partners and senior counsel on strategy and client guidance.

Skills

Labor & Employment law

Litigation experience

Advisory counseling

Career progression planning

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Labor & Employment Associate Opportunities | AmLaw Firms | CA

I am currently working with the leadership of several elite Am Law firms to identify top-tier L&E associates for multiple high-priority, unposted needs across Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.

These are not just jobs. These are career-defining opportunities at firms with nationally recognized Labor & Employment practices and a genuine investment in their people.

Highlights

Exceptional Compensation: Base salary ranging from $255K–$450K+ depending on seniority and class year, plus strong bonus structures — at the very top of the market.

Substantive & Varied Work: A true mix of litigation and advisory/counseling work for Fortune 500 companies, leading tech firms, and major financial institutions.

Real Partnership Track: These firms promote from within. You'll work directly with partners who are invested in your growth and provide a transparent, non-bureaucratic path to partnership.

Mentorship-Driven Culture: Lean, collaborative teams where your contribution is seen and your development is prioritized from day one.

Flexibility Built In: Hybrid work arrangements across all office locations.

Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of Labor & Employment experience at a top-tier firm
• Management-side, employee-side, or mixed backgrounds will be considered
• Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills