Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
San Diego, CA
Full Time
Legal
Experienced
Top Tier Reps partners with leading law firms to connect top legal talent with premier career opportunities. Our client, a well-established Am Law 200 firm in San Diego, is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join their growing management-side Labor & Employment practice.
This role offers a unique opportunity for an attorney with 4 to 8 years of employment litigation experience to contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling federal and state employment laws, including wage and hour, FMLA, and anti-discrimination matters.
This role offers a unique opportunity for an attorney with 4 to 8 years of employment litigation experience to contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling federal and state employment laws, including wage and hour, FMLA, and anti-discrimination matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage employment litigation matters before federal and state courts and agencies
- Independently handle all phases of litigation: hearings, discovery, motions, and trial preparation
- Provide sound legal counsel on a range of labor and employment issues
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff in a dynamic team environment
- Demonstrate initiative and ownership of cases with minimal supervision
Qualifications
- 4–8 years of employment litigation experience, preferably on the management side
- Strong academic credentials and professional background
- Thorough knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws
- Proven track record of managing litigation matters independently
- Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary ranging from $175,000 to $250,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Hybrid work environment with flexible scheduling
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- Professional development and continuing education support
Why Join?
- Work with a respected Am Law 200 firm known for legal excellence
- Engage in meaningful, high-profile employment law cases
- Thrive in a collaborative, supportive work culture with top-tier colleagues
Interested?
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