Mid-Level Labor & Employment Associate (4+ yrs exp) - Los Angeles

Permanent Placements LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 265,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid family leave

Vacation and sick leave

Employee assistance programs

Tuition assistance and development

Backup childcare support

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC is seeking a mid-level Labor & Employment Associate for its Los Angeles office. The role targets lawyers with at least four years of employment litigation experience and a desire to handle sophisticated matters for diverse clients.

Significant responsibility includes handling matters through all stages of litigation in a collaborative, growth-oriented practice. The ideal candidate will possess a JD, California Bar standing, and a track record of compelling legal writing,

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• California Bar admission in good standing.
• Minimum 4 years of employment litigation experience.
• Ability to independently manage litigation through all stages.
• Strong project and case management skills.
• Excellent legal writing and advocacy abilities.
• Courtroom and deposition experience preferred.
• Collaborative team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in a broad range of employment litigation matters.
• Independently manage cases from inception through resolution.
• Handle all phases of litigation: strategy, pleadings, discovery, depositions, court appearances, trial prep, settlement.
• Develop litigation strategies and communicate recommendations to clients.
• Contribute to business and practice development initiatives.

Skills

Employment litigation experience

Independent case management

Legal writing proficiency

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar admission

Job description

Labor & Employment Associate

Position Overview

Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a mid-level Labor & Employment Associate to join its Los Angeles office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with at least four years of employment litigation experience who is looking to work on sophisticated, high-profile matters for a diverse client base while building a long-term career with a collaborative and growing labor and employment practice. The successful candidate will have significant responsibility handling employment litigation matters through all phases of litigation and will contribute to the continued growth of the firm's California Labor & Employment practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employers in a broad range of employment litigation matters.
• Independently manage cases from inception through resolution.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including:
  • Case assessment and strategy
  • Pleadings and motion practice
  • Discovery
  • Depositions
  • Court appearances
  • Trial preparation
  • Resolution and settlement negotiations
• Manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously while maintaining high-quality work product.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on complex employment-related disputes.
• Develop litigation strategies and effectively communicate recommendations to clients.
• Contribute to business and practice development initiatives as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum 4 years of employment litigation experience.
• Ability to independently manage litigation matters through all stages of the dispute process.
• Strong project and case management skills.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and advocacy abilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience handling multiple matters in a fast-paced practice environment.
• Deposition experience preferred.
• Courtroom experience preferred.
• Outstanding academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Compensation

Base Salary: $265,000 - $365,000 annually

This range represents the anticipated salary for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location.

Benefits & Professional Development

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits and professional development package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, disability, accident, critical illness, and supplemental insurance options
• Competitive 401(k) retirement savings program
• Paid family leave, vacation, and sick leave
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Tuition assistance and continuing professional development opportunities
• Backup childcare and family support resources
• Transportation benefits and additional voluntary benefit programs

In addition to a competitive benefits package, attorneys are provided meaningful client responsibility, strong mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a clear path for long-term career advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and interview process consistent with applicable legal requirements.