Employment Attorney, 1 - 4 yr

Career Consulting Partners

Labor and Employment Attorney assisting in various litigation phases in a collaborative environment. Join a large California firm recognized for its labor and employment expertise.

Posted 5/9/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $130,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, and trial preparation materials.
Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on a variety of labor and employment law issues.
Support senior attorneys in fact investigations, witness interviews, and the development of case strategy.
Prepare responses to administrative charges and complaints before agencies such as the EEOC, DFEH/CRD, and DLSE.
Draft and review employment-related documents, including workplace policies, employee handbooks, and employment agreements.
Participate in client meetings and calls, providing updates and supporting ongoing client communications.
Monitor changes in labor and employment laws and draft client alerts or updates under supervision.
Collaborate closely with partners and associates in a team-oriented environment, with opportunities for training and mentorship.

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. from an accredited law school
Member in good standing with the California Bar.
1 - 4 years of experience in CA Labor & Employment Law
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
1900 billable hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Year-end discretionary bonus potential
401(k) plan with annual employer contribution; employee deferrals
Medical (HMO/PPO options), dental, and vision coverage
Dependent coverage and domestic partner coverage are available
Life Insurance: Group and supplemental life insurance options are available
Long-term disability and long-term care insurance options are available
Employee well-being initiatives, including EAP professional counseling and referral services
Competitive vacation and sick leave, paid firm holidays
Monthly travel and/or parking allowance offered
Events for holidays, birthday commemorations, special staff acknowledgments, and annual events
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Plans – Sections 125 and 132 plans available
Onboarding and in-house training programs, continuing learning, and professional growth and development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

litigationlegal researchdrafting pleadingsdiscovery requestsmotionstrial preparationemployment-related documentscase strategy developmentadministrative charges responsebillable hours

Soft Skills

analytical skillsattention to detailtime managementcommunicationteam collaborationclient communicationmentorshipfact investigationwitness interviewsmulti-tasking

Certifications

J.D.California Bar membership