Labor & Employment Associate — PAGA & Class Actions

gpac LLC.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Paid bar dues, CLEs

Parking

Firm-paid perks

Job summary

gpac LLC seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Litigation team in San Diego, CA. You will handle employment matters with mentorship, gaining meaningful client exposure in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in employment litigation, wage/hour/PAGA experience preferred, and is licensed to practice in California. This role offers strong growth and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of employment litigation experience.
• Wage & hour class actions and/or PAGA experience preferred.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep.
• Strong writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team.
• Licensed and in good standing in California.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse employment litigation caseload including class actions and PAGA matters.
• Direct client interaction and meaningful litigation responsibility.
• Collaborate within a team and receive strong mentorship.
• Contribute to case strategy and long-term professional growth.

Skills

Employment litigation

Wage & hour / PAGA

Discovery & depositions

Trial preparation

Strong writing

Education

Licensed in California

Job description

gpac LLC seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Litigation team in San Diego, CA. You will handle employment matters with mentorship, gaining meaningful client exposure in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in employment litigation, wage/hour/PAGA experience preferred, and is licensed to practice in California. This role offers strong growth and long-term opportunities.