A bit about us :
Our client is a plaintiff-side employment law firm located in El Segundo looking for a full-time associate attorney with 1-3 years of experience to join our team.
Why join us?
We pay competitive salaries, commensurate with experience.
We also share the firm's successes with associates in the form of year-end performance bonuses.
Health insurance, vision, dental, 401(k) and life insurance are also offered.
This is primarily an in-office position
Job Details
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Employment Law Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and rewarding cases, representing clients in all aspects of employment law issues.
As part of our team, you will handle a full caseload, working closely with our senior attorneys and partners, and directly with our clients.
This is a permanent, full-time position that offers competitive salary and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the firm.
Responsibilities :
- Provide insightful legal advice on a wide range of employment law matters, including but not limited to wage and hour disputes, workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, and employee rights.
- Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitration, and mediation sessions.
- Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
- Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Collaborate with our team of attorneys to develop effective legal strategies.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current employment laws and regulations.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional service and ensuring their needs are met.
- Contribute to the firm's business development efforts, including networking and client relationship management.
Qualifications :
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with at least 3 years of experience in employment law.
- Proven experience representing clients in employment law cases, preferably on the plaintiff side.
- In-depth knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills.
- Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage a full caseload and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
- A commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
Join us and take the next step in your legal career, providing top-tier representation to clients and helping them navigate the complexities of employment law.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected firm, work on challenging cases, and make a real difference in the lives of our clients.