Labor and Employment Associate

Labor & Employment Attorney | Los Angeles, CA

Join an internationally recognized law firm with a premier Labor & Employment practice as an Employment Litigation Associate in its Los Angeles office. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside highly regarded attorneys handling sophisticated employment disputes for Fortune 100 and other major national and international employers. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, exceptional client service, and commitment to developing talented attorneys into future leaders of the practice.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of complex employment matters, including single-plaintiff litigation, wage and hour disputes, discrimination and harassment claims, wrongful termination actions, class actions, and PAGA representative actions. Attorneys in this practice enjoy meaningful client contact, substantive responsibilities, and the opportunity to take ownership of their cases while receiving strong mentorship from experienced partners.

Why This Firm?

• High-Profile Clients: Represent some of the world's most recognizable companies across a variety of industries in high-stakes employment litigation matters.
• Sophisticated Work: Handle complex employment disputes from inception through resolution, including class actions and representative actions.
• Fast Track to Partnership: Clear and transparent path for career progression with opportunities to develop business and leadership skills.
• Strong Mentorship Program: Work closely with seasoned practitioners who are invested in your professional growth and long-term success.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, team-oriented environment that values excellence, innovation, and attorney development.
• National Platform: Leverage the resources, reputation, and reach of a leading international law firm while building your practice in California.

What You'll Do

• Draft and respond to discovery requests, pleadings, and other litigation-related documents.
• Draft, oppose, and argue motions in state and federal court.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and corporate representatives.
• Manage multiple matters simultaneously while meeting deadlines and client expectations.
• Participate in case strategy development, witness preparation, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex employment law issues.
• Work directly with clients and provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
• Collaborate closely with partners, associates, and support staff on litigation matters through all stages of the case lifecycle.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of employment litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Experience handling employment-related matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour claims.
• Class action and PAGA experience is strongly preferred.
• Deposition, motion practice, and discovery experience.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases while working effectively within a team environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Active admission and good standing with the California State Bar required.