Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 4 or more years of experience to join its Labor and Employment department in Orange County. The role focuses on employment litigation, including single plaintiff and class action matters, and requires experience in providing employment law advice and client counseling.

Duties

• Handle employment litigation cases, including single plaintiff and class action matters.
• Provide employment law advice and client counseling.
• Collaborate with team members on complex legal issues.
• Engage in traditional labor law matters, if applicable.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in labor and employment law.
• Wage and hour class action experience is essential.
• Admitted to the State Bar of California.
• Strong academic credentials.

Education

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

Certifications

• State Bar of California admission.

Skills

• Excellent litigation and client counseling skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Discretionary bonus based on performance and hours billed.
• Additional bonus for originated work.

This firm offers a diverse, sophisticated client base, for whom its attorneys close deals, protect assets, and resolve cases with an emphasis on preserving and adding value. The firm is considered among California's leading full-service firms, serving clients worldwide from its offices in the state.