Job Description
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
Locations: Los Angeles, CA
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Our client, a prominent international AmLaw 50law firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their Labor & Employment Practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a highly experienced team handling complex labor and employment litigation, including wage and hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and single-plaintiff employment claims. The role offers significant responsibility, client engagement, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
- 3-5 years of substantive litigation experience with wage and hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and single-plaintiff employment claims
- Arbitration, mediation, or trial experience is required.
- FEHA, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims, as well as whistleblower matters, is preferred
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters concurrently
- Soft skills: Excellent communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills, along with a collaborative mindset and commitment to high-quality client service
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in labor and employment litigation matters
- Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation filings
- Participate in discovery, including depositions, document review, and preparation of discovery responses
- Conduct legal research on wage and hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and single-plaintiff employment claims, and related statutory frameworks
- Assist with case strategy, risk assessment, and litigation planning in collaboration with senior attorneys
- Support clients across a range of industries on complex employment-related litigation matters
Why Join Us?
This role provides the opportunity to work within a nationally-recognized Employment Litigation practice at a premier international firm. Associates gain meaningful courtroom and client exposure, collaborate with top-tier litigators, and handle sophisticated employment matters impacting major employers and institutions. The firm is known for its collegial culture, strong mentorship model, and commitment to professional development, offering an environment where attorneys can grow and thrive in a dynamic practice.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $260,000-$365,000, as determined by experience and market factors
- Eligibility for the firm's generous bonus structure
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) matching; paid parental leave; childcare support; wellness programs; and robust professional development resources.
- Attorneys also benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement and a culture that values work-life balance, inclusivity, and community engagement
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $260,000–$365,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.gablessearch.com/ |
About Company
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.
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