Employment and Labor Associate
Employment and Labor Associate
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$ 165000 - 200000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978 we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms. Were also Mansfield Certified Plus.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork Collaboration Client Service and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered then we invite you to apply to our Employment & Labor Associateposition in our Los AngelesOffice.
This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
Wilson Elsers Los Angeles office is seeking an Employment & Labor Associate to join a team of exceptional professionals in a collaborative environment to represent sophisticated clients confronted with complex legal challenges. This attorney will have the opportunity to contribute their experience and expertise to a wide range of employment and labor matters including but not limited to wage and hour class and PAGA representative matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently manage a litigation caseload working cases from beginning to end
- Represent clients in a wide range of employment and labor claims
- Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
- Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
- Communicate with clients and provide status reports
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in the State of California
- 4 years of litigation experience
- Experience with wage and hour class action and PAGA representative matters as well as discrimination retaliation wrongful termination type claims
- Strong knowledge of federal and state employment and labor laws
- Experience handling court appearances depositions and trial experience a plus
- Superior analytical skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience education licensure and/or certifications geographic location market demands other business and organizational needs and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan medical dental vision disability and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Salary Range:
$165000 - $200000 USD
Why Should You Apply
- Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
- Benefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
