LOS ANGELES – LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
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Los Angeles, CA · Posted October 26, 2026
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About the job
LOS ANGELES – LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Labor & Employment Practice Group
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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Our client, a leading management-side labor and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Los Angles office . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced associate to work on sophisticated employment matters for a diverse client base, including complex wage and hour , PAGA , and class action litigation. The role offers meaningful responsibility, client interaction, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative, high-performing employment law team.
Candidate Profile
JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
4-7 years of substantive labor and employment law experience
Significant experience handling wage and hour , PAGA , and class action matters, including matters in state and federal courts
Strong background advising employers on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Arbitration, mediation, or trial experience is required.
Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating effectively within team-based environments
Comfortable with and open to using AI-driven and emerging technologies, with the ability to apply them effectively to boost efficiency, improve client service, and enhance legal work output
Prior large or sophisticated law firm experience preferred
Key Responsibilities
Represent employers in wage and hour , PAGA , and class action litigation matters
Handle a wide range of labor and employment litigation matters , from inception through resolution
Advise clients on compliance with evolving California and federal employment laws
Draft motions , briefs , memoranda , and other litigation filings
Participate in discovery , including depositions, document review, and preparation of discovery responses
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, pleadings, and settlement documentation
Represent clients in disputes involving non-compete and non-solicitation agreements
Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategic, practical solutions tailored to client needs
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to join a premier Labor & Employment practice handling some of the most challenging and impactful employment matters in the market. Attorneys in this group are trusted advisors to employers navigating an increasingly complex and evolving employment landscape. You’ll work on impactful matters, benefit from strong institutional support, and be part of a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary Range: $270,000 – $315,000 annually, commensurate with experience and education, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and 401(k) plans; generous PTO; parental leave; mental health and wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; life and disability insurance; and additional employee benefits and resources
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .