Employment Associate Attorney (Plaintiff or Defense) - $245,000 - $320,000+ benefits & bonuses

Job Description

Labor & Employment Associate – Century City, CA

(5–8 years’ experience)

Base salary : $245,000 – $320,000 (excluding bonus / additional compensation)

Are you ready to take your employment law practice to the next level at a firm where you’ll work on complex, high-stakes matters from day one? We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading Los Angeles–based law firm seeking a talented Labor & Employment Associate to join their Century City office.

Why consider joining them?

Sophisticated, high-impact work :

You’ll represent a diverse range of clients — from major corporations and emerging businesses to high-net-worth individuals — across all aspects of employment law, including litigation, wage-and-hour claims, workplace investigations, and advisory work.

Prestige with collaboration :

A boutique / midsize firm environment (+-100 attorneys) that offers the best of both worlds — the visibility and client contact of a smaller team, with the sophistication and reputation of a top Los Angeles firm.

Recognized excellence :

This firm is consistently ranked among the region’s top for legal excellence, known for handling high-profile, complex cases with precision and impact.

Career development and mentorship :

Associates benefit from strong mentorship, business development training, and a transparent pathway to partnership based on performance, client impact, and professional growth.

A people-first culture :

Enjoy a collegial, inclusive environment with an open-door approach and genuine emphasis on teamwork, professional respect, and community involvement.

The ideal candidate will have :

• 5–8 years of substantive experience in employment law
• Background in employment litigation (defense or plaintiff-side, or both)
• JD and active California Bar admission

Ready to explore this opportunity?

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