Employment Attorney - CA Offices (non-partnership track)

Job Description

Job Description

EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

WAGE & HOUR CLASS ACTION FOCUS

Locations : San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Palo Alto, CA

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A top-10 AmLaw firm is seeking a non-partnership track Associate Attorney with experience in wage and hour class, collective, and representative actions to join its Employment Litigation team in one of their California offices . This is a high-impact opportunity for a motivated litigator to manage sophisticated matters and provide strategic counsel in a dynamic, fast-paced practice.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California , in good standing
• 3+ years of substantive labor & employment law experience
• Strong litigation background with demonstrated experience handling class , collective , and representative actions
• Experience providing California employment advice and counseling , including drafting employment and severance agreements , policies , and handbooks
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm strongly preferred
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Effective communication and client management skills

Key Responsibilities

Why Join Us?

This is a compelling opportunity to join a premier employment litigation practice with a strong reputation for excellence in handling complex wage and hour disputes. From day one, you will take on meaningful responsibilities in high-stakes matters , while working closely with respected attorneys who are leaders in the field. The firm offers a collaborative culture, robust professional development, and the flexibility of a hybrid work model designed to support long-term career growth and success .

Compensation & Benefits

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter indicating their preferred office location , resume , law school transcript , and writing sample (substantially unedited by others) for consideration.