| Location | San Diego, California |
Associate Attorney – Public Entity/Employment Defense | San Diego, CA
(Onsite with Flexible Hybrid Options)
On behalf of a boutique litigation firm in San Diego, Talentry is pleased to be looking for an Attorney with a strong and expanding public entity defense practice. The firm is highly regarded for representing school districts and other public agencies in complex employment litigation, along with a broader practice spanning business litigation and related disputes.
With decades of combined experience, the partners bring big-firm training into a collaborative, agile boutique environment—delivering sophisticated advocacy for public-sector clients without big-firm bureaucracy. Associates gain meaningful responsibility, direct partner mentorship, courtroom exposure, and hands-on experience defending public entities in high-impact matters.
This is a direct-hire opportunity and an excellent role for an Employment Attorney interested in public sector defense who wants to accelerate their career before year-end.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
? Direct work with seasoned trial attorneys focused on public entity defense
? Early responsibility and meaningful litigation ownership
? Exposure to complex, precedent-shaping public employment matters
? Collaborative, low-ego culture with real growth potential
? Hybrid flexibility available after onboarding
What You’ll Work On
You’ll manage and support a public entity–focused employment litigation caseload, including:
️ Defense of public agencies in employment disputes
️ Harassment, retaliation, and discrimination claims (FEHA)
️ Wage & hour, PAGA, and classification matters involving public employers
️ Wrongful termination and whistleblower actions
️ Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
️ Depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
(Attorneys with limited public entity experience are encouraged to apply if their litigation fundamentals are strong.)
What We’re Looking For
️ Active California Bar license
️ 2–8 years of civil litigation experience (public entity or employment defense preferred)
️ Strong writing, research, and case-management skills
️ Interest in public sector law and government defense work
️ Motivation to take ownership and work closely with partners
Compensation & Benefits
Excellent compensation and benefits!
? Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
? 401(k) + Profit Sharing
? Professional development and partner mentorship
?️ Full-time onsite in San Diego with hybrid flexibility