Labor & Employment Associate / Counsel

The People Of: Professional Services; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 342,000 - 418,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid working model

Job summary

A top-tier international law firm is looking for an experienced Labor & Employment Associate or Counsel to join their San Francisco team. The role involves defending employers in complex employment disputes and class actions, managing litigation, and offering compliance advice under California law. Candidates must have 6+ years of experience and be a member of the California Bar. This position offers a salary starting at $380,000 and comprehensive benefits including hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience at a recognized law firm.
• Experience with class actions and wage and hour defense.
• Strong academic credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in wage and hour class actions.
• Manage discovery and take depositions in court.
• Represent clients before administrative agencies.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on litigation strategy.
• Provide compliance advice under California law.

Skills

Employment litigation experience

Legal research

Oral advocacy skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration with senior attorneys

Education

Member of the California Bar

Job description

Labor & Employment Associate / Counsel

Location: San Francisco, CA

A top-tier international law firm is seeking an experienced associate or counsel-level attorney to join its Labor & Employment practice in San Francisco. The team represents major employers across the United States and globally, offering sophisticated counsel and defence in complex employment disputes and class actions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly ranked group known for its collaboration, depth of expertise, and commitment to professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Defend employers in wage and hour class actions, PAGA actions, and single-plaintiff employment disputes.
• Manage discovery, take and defend depositions, and prepare dispositive motions in state and federal court.
• Represent clients before administrative agencies, including EEOC and CRD.
• Handle class certification issues and collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation strategy.
• Provide advice on compliance and employment law risk management under California and federal law.

Who You Are

• 6+ years of employment litigation experience at a recognised law firm.
• Significant experience with class actions, PAGA claims, and wage and hour defence.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong academic credentials with meticulous attention to detail.
• Member of the California Bar (required).

Compensation

Salary Range: $380,000+ DOE

Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, and parental leave benefits, with hybrid working and performance-based bonus opportunities

Interested?

Contact Max at [e-mail] to express interest or learn more.