Labor & Employment Associate (3-4 yrs exp.) - Los Angeles

Permanent Placements LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate for its Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate has 3 to 4 years of labor and employment litigation experience and will defend employers in single-plaintiff and class/collective actions, handling matters from inception through resolution.

The role requires strong writing, analytical abilities, excellent communication, and a commitment to client service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 3–4 years of labor and employment litigation experience.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in California.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in a broad range of labor and employment litigation matters.
• Handle single-plaintiff employment claims from inception through resolution.
• Participate in class action and collective action litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case analyses.
• Assist with discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and case management.
• Provide high-quality client service and practical legal solutions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Labor & Employment Associate

Position Overview

Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate with 3 to 4 years of experience to join its Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity for an employment litigator seeking sophisticated employer-side representation involving single-plaintiff litigation, class actions, collective actions, and complex workplace disputes.

The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, excellent academic credentials, superior writing and communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to client service and professional excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Defend employers in a broad range of labor and employment litigation matters.
• Handle single-plaintiff employment claims from inception through resolution.
• Participate in class action and collective action litigation.
• Defend claims involving:
  • Discrimination
  • Harassment
  • Retaliation
  • Wrongful termination
  • Wage and hour violations
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case analyses.
• Assist with discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy and case management.
• Provide high-quality client service and practical legal solutions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 3 to 4 years of labor and employment litigation experience.
• Experience handling employment-related disputes, including:
  • Single-plaintiff employment matters
  • Class actions
  • Collective actions
  • Discrimination claims
  • Harassment claims
  • Retaliation claims
  • Wrongful termination matters
  • Wage and hour litigation
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in California.
• Strong academic credentials with a record of achievement.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to client service.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $260,000 to $295,000, depending on relevant years of experience.

Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, and other relevant factors.

Benefits & Professional Development

Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with professional development opportunities, mentoring, substantive client interaction, and advancement opportunities within a sophisticated labor and employment practice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.

Location: Los Angeles, California