Job Description

Employment Litigation Associate (3-4 Years) – Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington DC.

Our client, a top-tier global law firm, is seeking a high-performing Employment Litigation Associate with 3-4 years of experience to join their team. This role is ideal for AmLaw firm associates who thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, have a strong passion for employment law, and are looking to advance their career at a firm that prioritizes excellence, client service, and associate development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Litigate a variety of employment matters, including:
  • Wage-hour class actions
  • PAGA class actions
  • Single-plaintiff discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases
• Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and manage discovery
• Advise clients on California employment law compliance and risk mitigation strategies
• Handle non-compete/trade secret disputes and traditional labor matters (preferred but not required)
• Collaborate with senior attorneys, partners, and clients on high-impact employment cases

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• 3-4 years of employment litigation experience at a top law firm
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Admitted to practice in California
• Proven ability to work efficiently in high-performance environments

Compensation:

• 2025/2024 Class Year: $225,000
• 2023 Class Year: $235,000
• 2022 Class Year: $260,000
• 2021 Class Year: $310,000
• 2020 Class Year: $365,000
• 2019 Class Year: $390,000
• 2018 Class Year: $420,000
• 2017 and more senior: $435,000

Why Join?

• Top-ranked firm for associate satisfaction, retention, career development, and DE&I
• Recognized by Vault, American Lawyer, and Chambers Associate for excellence in firm culture
• 18 consecutive years as a "Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality" by the Human Rights Campaign
• Ranked among the 50 Best Law Firms for Women (Working Mother & Flex-Time Lawyers)

Well-Being & Professional Development:

• Dedicated well-being coaching and mental health support
• On-site counselors (Chicago, NY, DC offices)
• Regular mental health and well-being training
• 24/7 virtual counseling sessions and support programs
• On-demand meditation and yoga apps

Comprehensive Benefits:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Virtual medical assistance & urgent care

Family Support

• Parental leave & transition support for returning parents
• Family formation & postpartum care benefits
• Backup child & elder care services
• Menopause support & breastmilk shipping for traveling mothers
• Pet insurance

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• 401(k) plan with automatic enrollment
• Loan refinancing & financial planning resources
• Personal excess liability insurance
• Financial education seminars

Work-Life Balance & Leave

• Unlimited PTO (3-4 weeks typical)
• Short- & long-term disability (STD/LTD)
• Paid holidays (12 per year)
• Parental leave (24 weeks, 12 paid)

Commuter & Additional Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit
• On-site parking (where available)
• Firm-sponsored pro bono opportunities
• Exclusive technology, travel, and entertainment discounts

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Law school transcript

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a highly skilled employment litigator to join a top-tier global law firm while benefiting from exceptional career growth, industry-leading compensation, and a commitment to attorney well-being.