Employment Attorney - CA Offices (non-partnership track)

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.