Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate with 3-5 years of experience to join its San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have a background in employment or complex litigation defense, including class and representative actions, single-plaintiff actions, traditional labor law, and employment counseling. This role requires excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic team.

Duties

• Defend complex litigation cases, including class and representative actions.
• Handle single-plaintiff actions and traditional labor law matters.
• Provide employment counseling to clients.
• Collaborate with team members across multiple offices.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in labor and employment law.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Experience with law review or clerkship is a plus.
• Order of the Coif is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.