Employment Litigation Associate
Boutique Recruiting
Los Angeles, CA · $225k–$300k a year · Posted October 30, 2026
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This listing pays about $262,500 a year. Across 27 open employment litigation associate listings that state pay, the middle half runs $177,500 to $271,500 and the median is $220,000. That is inside the middle half of those listings, 19% above the median.
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About the job
...Draft and argue substantive and dispositive motions Take and defend depositions Conduct legal research and develop persuasive written advocacy Assist with case strategy and management throughout the litigation lifecycle Collaborate with partners...