Employment Counseling Career Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented employment attorney with over five years of experience to join their Employment Law team in Los Angeles, CA. The candidate should have strong academic credentials, law firm experience, and a commitment to client service and practical solutions.

Duties

• Advise clients on strategic workforce growth, employment policies, and compliance.
• Provide guidance to executives and HR leaders on employment matters.
• Support corporate transactions by advising on employment-related risks.
• Draft and negotiate employment agreements and related documents.
• Collaborate with clients in technology and private equity sectors.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials and strong communication skills.
• Current associate in a Chambers-ranked Labor & Employment group.
• Member of the California State Bar or New York State Bar.
• Demonstrated maturity, professionalism, and judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Member of the State Bar of California or New York.

Skills

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective communicator with stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through Flexible Time Off program.

The Los Angeles office of this premier, high-level finance firm splits its full-service practice into a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The firm offers an entrepreneurial, upbeat work environment and an opportunity to work with fun and interesting people. Candidates we have sent here return genuinely impressed with the firms attorneys overall competence. The firm offers top market pay, and not so coincidentally, associates often complain about high expectations for billable hours. The firm recently opened its first overseas office.