Mid-Level Litigation Associate Attorney/Products/Mass Tort

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – LABOR & EMPLOYMENT

Locations: Los Angeles, CA

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Our client, a prominent international AmLaw 50 law 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 e xcellent 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 l abor 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 $235,000-$390,000 , 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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