| Location | Pasadena, CA |
| Salary | $120,000–$225,000 Per Year |
Established (40+ Years) AM Law 200 Defense Firm Seeking Associate Attorney for Labor & Employment in Pasadena or San Diego, CA
An established firm with over 40 years in practice is a leading full-service defense firm seeking an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of experience in labor and employment law to join their Pasadena, CA or San Diego, CA office. This role is ideal for attorneys with a background in private sector L&E litigation as well as those currently working in the public sector who are ready to transition to a private defense practice. The firm handles a broad range of matters including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, collective bargaining, and public sector labor law.
Offer:
$120,000 - $225,000+, contingent on experience
Bonuses and profit sharing
401(k) plan
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Opportunity to join an established, employee-valued firm with a collaborative culture
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in labor and employment law, whether in private practice or the public sector
Experience with L&E litigation matters including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
Familiarity with government law topics related to public sector employment, such as California's open meeting and public records laws, is a plus
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; strong academic credentials from a top 50 law school or top 15% of class from a non-top-50 school preferred
Active California Bar membership in good standing
Solid research, writing, and analytical skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
Responsibilities:
Managing a caseload involving labor and employment litigation across both private and public sector matters
Conducting discovery, drafting motions and briefs, and handling depositions
Representing clients in evidentiary hearings, status conferences, dispositive motions, and trial proceedings
Advising clients on labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, and public sector labor law compliance
Collaborating on non-litigation matters including internal investigations, labor arbitrations, and advice and counsel work alongside firm partners
Salary
$125000 - $225000 USD per year