Los Angeles - Junior Employment Litigation Associate
Junior Labor & Employment Litigation Associate - Los Angeles
A nationally recognized labor & employment law firm is seeking a Junior Labor & Employment Litigation Associate (2-4 years) to join its growing Los Angeles office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a litigation associate looking to build a long-term career in one of the country's premier management-side employment practices.
What makes this opportunity particularly unique is that the firm is open to considering strong litigators who may not currently practice labor & employment law. Attorneys in other litigation-focused practices are encouraged to apply if they possess strong litigation fundamentals and an interest in transitioning into employment law.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent employers in labor & employment litigation matters throughout California.
- Manage cases through all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
- Draft dispositive and non-dispositive motions, written discovery, and case strategy memoranda.
- Take and defend depositions and work directly with clients on litigation strategy.
- Support wage & hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and single-plaintiff employment matters.
- Collaborate closely with experienced labor & employment attorneys in a highly specialized practice.
Key Qualifications
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active California Bar membership.
- 2-4 years of litigation experience.
- Employment litigation experience is preferred but not required.
- Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
- Experience handling multiple litigation matters in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary ranging from $195,000-$230,000, depending on experience.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k), profit-sharing, paid parental leave, and generous PTO.
- Life insurance, disability coverage, wellness resources, and additional voluntary benefits.
- Strong mentorship and training within a nationally recognized labor & employment platform.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a junior litigator seeking to break into labor & employment law while receiving sophisticated training, meaningful responsibility, and long-term career development.
If you're interested in learning more, please apply directly or contact Campbell Hearne at Larson Maddox.
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