Employment Law Associate (Plaintiff-Side Litigation)

Employment Law Associate (Plaintiff-Side Litigation)Our client, a well-established employment and labor law firm, is seeking a motivated Employment Law Associate to join its expanding team. The firm handles high-profile wage and hour class actions, PAGA claims, and employment litigation on behalf of workers across California.This position provides direct mentorship from senior trial attorneys, hands-on litigation experience, and the opportunity to contribute to cases with statewide and national impact. It’s a great fit for an early-career attorney who wants to grow within a collaborative, high-performing environment focused on employee rights and workplace justice.Employment Law Associate – Benefits and CompensationCompetitive base salary: $130,000 – $175,000, plus bonus potentialFull medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with employer matchPaid time off and holidaysAccess to mentorship and professional development from leading employment lawyersExposure to class action litigation, wage and hour law, and appellate advocacyJunior Employment Law Associate – Requirements and QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) and active California Bar membership1–2+ years of litigation experience, ideally in employment law or wage and hour disputesStrong research, writing, and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven settingProfessional communication and teamwork skillsEagerness to learn and grow in a plaintiff-side law firm environment (defense-to-plaintiff transitions welcome) Preferred Background and SkillsFamiliarity with California labor and employment law, PAGA claims, and class action litigationPrior experience supporting discovery, depositions, and motion practiceDemonstrated passion for employee rights, workplace fairness, and complex civil litigationSelf-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownership of projects