Employment Associate Attorney

Job Title: Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a skilled Employment Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience to join its Employment group. The role involves defending employers in complex legal matters and advising them on a variety of employment-related issues. This position is based in Irvine, CA, and offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and collaboration in a supportive, hybrid work environment.

Duties:

• Defend employers in complex class, collective, and representative actions.
• Handle single-plaintiff cases related to wage-and-hour disputes, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Advise employers on a broad range of employment law matters, providing strategic guidance and legal support.
• Conduct workplace investigations and deliver training programs to clients.
• Participate in case strategy development, legal research, and writing.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and work as part of a team on significant litigation matters.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Strong litigation experience in employment law, with a focus on defending employers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation and high-volume caseloads.
• Admittance to the California State Bar.
• Exceptional analytical, research, and writing skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• An active member of the California Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in employment counseling and/or litigation.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Capacity for critical thinking and problem-solving.

Job Location:

• Irvine, CA

The mid-sized Orange County office of this full-service firm is very well-known for its appellate work. Insiders claim the firm actively encourages its attorneys to maintain a life outside of the office and the minimum billable requirement is only 1,900 hours/year.