Labor & Employment Associate — Lead Litigation in LA

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Commuter benefits

Disability insurance

Job summary

Jobot in Los Angeles is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate with 4+ years of experience to join our growing management side practice. You will represent employers in all aspects of labor and employment litigation and advise on risk mitigation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), paid maternity and paternity leave, commuter benefits, and disability insurance.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the California State Bar.
• 4+ years of labor and employment litigation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage cases and drive litigation strategy.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience taking depositions and handling court appearances.
• A proactive mindset, strong team orientation, and a commitment to client service and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in all aspects of labor and employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, wrongful termination, and restrictive covenant matters.
• Lead and manage all phases of litigation, including case strategy, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests and oversee all facets of the discovery process.
• Draft substantive pleadings, dispositive motions, and complex legal memoranda.
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and appear in court as appropriate.
• Advise clients on routine employment issues and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with partners on case strategy while mentoring junior associates.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties professionally and effectively.
• Stay current on federal, state, and local employment law.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Depositions experience

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Jobot in Los Angeles is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate with 4+ years of experience to join our growing management side practice. You will represent employers in all aspects of labor and employment litigation and advise on risk mitigation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), paid maternity and paternity leave, commuter benefits, and disability insurance.