
Locations: San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Rafael, Walnut Creek, Sacramento, San Diego, Fresno, or Costa Mesa, CA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid / Flexible
A highly regarded California law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. This attorney will work closely with an experienced L&E partner representing both California public agencies and private-sector employers.
The practice is approximately 60% public entity / 40% private sector and 60% advice & counsel / 40% litigation, providing a strong mix of counseling and substantive litigation work.
Responsibilities include advising employers on workplace issues, wage-and-hour compliance, leaves, accommodations, discipline, terminations, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation matters. The associate will also handle employment litigation, including discovery, motions, depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation.
This is an opportunity for a true mid-level attorney to take on meaningful responsibility, work directly with clients and partners, and build a long-term career within a sophisticated California employment practice.
Candidates should already have an established California employment law foundation; this position is not intended for attorneys looking to completely transition from another practice area.

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