Labor & Employment Attorney

A highly regarded boutique employment defense law firm is seeking a motivated associate attorney with a strong base of knowledge of California employment law. We are searching for an associate with strong interpersonal and leadership skills and experience managing a variety of labor and employment cases throughout various stages of litigation. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience litigating labor and employment law disputes, including wage & hour and class actions. Associates have the autonomy to manage their own caseload while also working closely with senior attorneys. This is a great opportunity for an associate attorney looking to advance their career with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

3-7 years of experience with wage & hour, PAGA, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, contract disputes, and/or other related business litigationExperience drafting and responding to pleadings and discoveryExperience drafting and arguing motions including dispositive and discovery motionsExperience taking and defending depositionsStrong written and verbal communication skillsTeam-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently, handle high-volume work load, and effectively prioritize matters JD from an ABA accredited school and in good standing with the California BarTrial experience is preferred, but not a requirement

Benefits

Welcoming office culture and a friendly, collegial work environmentCompetitive salary commensurate with experience, supplemented by generous performance-based bonusesFlexible hybrid and remote work schedulesAdvancement paths to partner or counsel positionsFull health benefits, including dental and vision 401(k) retirement plan

To apply, please forward your resume with confidence or connect directly with Jordan at jordan.wheeler@gogpac.com for more details.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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