Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
Location: Silicon Valley, CA
Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a skilled and motivated Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join their growing Employment, Labor, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group in their Silicon Valley (Palo Alto) office.
Candidate Profile:
- JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record(link removed)>
- Bar Admission in California.
- 4+ years of substantive experience in employment litigation, with a desire for arbitration and trial work.
- Meaningful experience in transactional employment work, such as drafting employment and severance agreements, EEOC position statements, and DFEH responses(link removed)>
- Background in counseling employers on federal and state employment law compliance, drafting workplace policies, and assisting clients with employment training programs(link removed)>
- Skilled at conducting witness interviews and depositions.
- Superior legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent employers in employment litigation, including arbitration and trial proceedings.
- Draft employer policies, agreements, and responses to regulatory agencies such as EEOC and DFEH.
- Conduct witness interviews, manage discovery processes, and prepare for depositions.
- Counsel clients on compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with a talented team of attorneys while managing responsibilities independently.
Why Join Us?
This position provides a dynamic opportunity to work with a highly-regarded Labor and Employment Group on challenging and complex cases. Youll join a collegial and supportive team of employment law professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional legal services.With a hybrid work schedule, this role offers flexibility and balance while advancing your career in a top-tier law firm.
The firm offers a competitive compensation package, with a target annual pay of $275,000, dependent upon experience, skill sets, market factors, and business needs, among other considerations. Additional benefits include discretionary bonuses, firm-sponsored incentive programs, and a comprehensive suite of employee benefits(link removed)>
Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample(link removed)>