Labor & Employment Associate — Lead Litigation (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. This is an excellent opportunity to take on significant responsibility, manage cases independently, and contribute strategically in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will have a J.D. from an accredited law school, California Bar admission, and demonstrated writing, analytical, and communication skills, plus experience taking

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.

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

Analytical thinking

Strong writing

Communication skills

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. This is an excellent opportunity to take on significant responsibility, manage cases independently, and contribute strategically in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will have a J.D. from an accredited law school, California Bar admission, and demonstrated writing, analytical, and communication skills, plus experience taking