Associate, Employment Litigation - Los Angeles (3-4 years)

NxT LevelLos Angeles, CA, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Employment Litigation Associate (3-4 Years) – Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington DC.

Our client, a top-tier global law firm, is seeking a high-performing Employment Litigation Associate with 3-4 years of experience to join their team. This role is ideal for AmLaw firm associates who thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, have a strong passion for employment law, and are looking to advance their career at a firm that prioritizes excellence, client service, and associate development.

Key Responsibilities :

Litigate a variety of employment matters, including :

Wage-hour class actions

PAGA class actions

Single-plaintiff discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases

Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and manage discovery

Advise clients on California employment law compliance and risk mitigation strategies

Handle non-compete / trade secret disputes and traditional labor matters (preferred but not required)

Collaborate with senior attorneys, partners, and clients on high-impact employment cases

Qualifications :

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

3-4 years of employment litigation experience at a top law firm

Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills

Admitted to practice in California

Proven ability to work efficiently in high-performance environments

Compensation :

2025 / 2024 Class Year : $225,000

2023 Class Year : $235,000

2022 Class Year : $260,000

2021 Class Year : $310,000

2020 Class Year : $365,000

2019 Class Year : $390,000

2018 Class Year : $420,000

2017 and more senior : $435,000

Why Join?

Top-ranked firm for associate satisfaction, retention, career development, and DE&I

Recognized by Vault, American Lawyer, and Chambers Associate for excellence in firm culture

18 consecutive years as a "Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality" by the Human Rights Campaign

Ranked among the 50 Best Law Firms for Women (Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers)

Well-Being & Professional Development :

Dedicated well-being coaching and mental health support

On-site counselors (Chicago, NY, DC offices)

Regular mental health and well-being training

24 / 7 virtual counseling sessions and support programs

On-demand meditation and yoga apps

Comprehensive Benefits :

Health & Wellness

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA, FSA)

Virtual medical assistance & urgent care

Family Support

Parental leave & transition support for returning parents

Family formation & postpartum care benefits

Backup child & elder care services

Menopause support & breastmilk shipping for traveling mothers

Pet insurance

Financial & Retirement Benefits

401(k) plan with automatic enrollment

Loan refinancing & financial planning resources

Personal excess liability insurance

Financial education seminars

Work-Life Balance & Leave

Unlimited PTO (3-4 weeks typical)

Short- & long-term disability (STD / LTD)

Paid holidays (12 per year)

Parental leave (24 weeks, 12 paid)

Commuter & Additional Benefits

Pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit

On-site parking (where available)

Firm-sponsored pro bono opportunities

Exclusive technology, travel, and entertainment discounts

Application Process :

Interested candidates should submit :

Resume

Cover letter

Law school transcript

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a highly skilled employment litigator to join a top-tier global law firm while benefiting from exceptional career growth, industry-leading compensation, and a commitment to attorney well-being.

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