Employment Litigation Associate 34 Years) Los Angeles CA
Our client a toptier global law firm is seeking a highperforming Employment Litigation Associate with 34 years of experience to join their Los Angeles office. This role is ideal for AmLaw firm associates who thrive in a fastpaced highperformance 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:
- Wagehour class actions
- PAGA class actions
- Singleplaintiff 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 noncompete/trade secret disputes and traditional labor matters (preferred but not required)
- Collaborate with senior attorneys partners and clients on highimpact employment cases
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABAaccredited law school
- 34 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 highperformance environments
Compensation:
- 2025/2024 Class Year: $225000
- 2023 Class Year: $235000
- 2022 Class Year: $260000
- 2021 Class Year: $310000
- 2020 Class Year: $365000
- 2019 Class Year: $390000
- 2018 Class Year: $420000
- 2017 and more senior: $435000
Why Join
- Topranked 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 & FlexTime Lawyers)
WellBeing & Professional Development:
- Dedicated wellbeing coaching and mental health support
- Onsite counselors (Chicago NY DC offices)
- Regular mental health and wellbeing training
- 24/7 virtual counseling sessions and support programs
- Ondemand 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
WorkLife Balance & Leave
- Unlimited PTO 34 weeks typical)
- Short & longterm disability (STD/LTD)
- Paid holidays 12 per year)
- Parental leave 24 weeks 12 paid)
Commuter & Additional Benefits
- Pretax commuter benefits for parking and transit
- Onsite parking (where available)
- Firmsponsored 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 toptier global law firm while benefiting from exceptional career growth industryleading compensation and a commitment to attorney wellbeing.
Required Experience:
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