Labor & Employment Litigation Associate

Jobot; Beverly Hills (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 410,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Defense Associate with 4-6 years of experience to handle complex litigation. This role offers competitive compensation and attractive benefits, including equity and a hybrid work schedule. The ideal candidate will manage employment disputes and provide expert counsel while working within a dynamic legal team focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits

Equity

Hybrid Schedule

Profit Sharing

401k

Competitive Compensation

Qualifications

• Must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California Bar is required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle litigation matters from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of employment litigation matters, including wrongful termination and wage disputes.
• Draft and revise employee handbooks and argue motions in court.
• Provide expert advice on labor and employment law.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Strong writing skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

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$180,000.00/yr - $410,000.00/yr

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Job details

AM100 Law Firm - Labor & Employment Defense Associate

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Salary $180,000 - $410,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We're a national employment law firm with over 25 offices and more than 450 attorneys. Our attorneys practice before state and federal courts and administrative agencies across the US and we are looking for a 2-7 year Litigation Associate with experience handling California wage-hour class action claims and PAGA cases to join our team!

This role offers a unique opportunity to handle complex and challenging employment law cases while working in a collegial, team-oriented environment.

This position provides an opportunity to work on high-profile cases and interact with top-tier clients, offering a platform for professional growth and advancement. If this sounds like you, please apply below!



Why join us?


Excellent Benefits

Equity

Hybrid Schedule

Profit Sharing

401k

Competitive Compensation

Job Details

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Employment Litigation Associate to join our growing legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to handle complex employment litigation matters, providing expert counsel and advice to our clients. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of employment law, with a proven track record of managing litigation matters from start to finish. This role requires exceptional skills in drafting, revising handbooks, and arguing motions in both state and federal court.

Responsibilities

As our Employment Litigation Associate, your responsibilities will include

• Handling a variety of employment litigation matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage and hour disputes.
• Responding to pleadings and managing discovery processes effectively and efficiently.
• Drafting and revising employee handbooks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Arguing motions and representing clients in both state and federal court.
• Providing expert advice on labor and employment law to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborating with other members of the legal team to develop strategies for litigation and dispute resolution.
• Staying updated on developments in employment law and advising clients accordingly.
  
  

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must have

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials.
• Admission to the California Bar.
• A minimum of 4-6 years’ experience in employment litigation.
• Proven experience in responding to pleadings and managing discovery.
• Demonstrated ability to handle litigation matters from start to finish.
• Strong experience in drafting and revising handbooks.
• Proven experience arguing motions in state and federal court.
• In-depth knowledge of labor and employment law.
• Strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Employment Litigation Associate to join a dynamic and growing team, offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for employment law, we would love to hear from you.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration

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