Employment Law Associate (2-6 years)

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Los Angeles office . This is a full-time, onsite opportunity to work with a nationally recognized practice group representing clients across a range of industries. The firm offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and an exceptional firm culture focused on excellence and collaboration.

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Location : Los Angeles, CA (Onsite)

Practice Group : Labor & Employment

Experience Required : 2–6 years

Salary Range : $225,000 – $365,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Key Responsibilities :

Represent employers in litigation and counseling on matters including wage and hour compliance, employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave and accommodation issues, employment agreements, and personnel policies.

Handle both class action and individual claims, including wage and hour class actions and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims.

Draft and review pleadings, motions, and discovery.

Provide strategic legal advice to clients and manage client relationships.

Collaborate with partners and team members on sophisticated employment law matters.

Qualifications :

2–6 years of experience in labor and employment law.

Strong experience handling wage & hour class action and PAGA matters required.

Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.

High attention to detail and initiative to take ownership of work.

Strong academic credentials and law school transcript with class rank required.

Admitted to the California Bar or eligible for admission.

Practice Overview :

The firm’s Labor & Employment Practice provides forward-thinking strategies and litigation support across the full spectrum of workplace issues. The team counsels clients on compliance, risk management, and high-stakes disputes, offering tailored legal and business solutions.

Application Requirements :

Resume

Law school transcript (including class rank)

Two recent writing samples

(All documents must be submitted in PDF format.)

Compensation & Benefits :

Base salary : $225,000–$365,000

Discretionary bonus eligibility

Comprehensive health insurance (including optional HSA)

Dental, vision, life, and disability coverage

401(k) with firm match

Vacation and sick leave

Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)