Labor & Employment Senior Associate
@ Goodwin RecruitingLabor & Employment Senior Associate
About the job
An established LA litigation firm seeks a Senior Associate to handle employment defense cases, manage litigation matters, and interact with clients. Offers case responsibility, court experience, and growth opportunities within a supportive environment.
Requirements
- 5–8 years of labor experience
- Employment litigation expertise
- Active California Bar license
- Experience with discovery and depositions
- Strong legal research skills
Qualifications
- California Bar admission
- Excellent oral advocacy
- Strong writing skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases
Full job description
An established litigation practice in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 5–8 years of labor and employment defense experience to join its trial-focused team. This role offers significant case responsibility, client interaction, and opportunities to handle high-exposure employment disputes from inception through resolution.
Senior Associate Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of 10–20 employment litigation matters independently
- Develop case strategies and assess complaints filed in state and federal court
- Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and other substantive filings
- Conduct and defend depositions, including party and witness examinations
- Prepare cases for mediation and trial, including pre-trial filings
- Provide regular case updates and strategic guidance to clients
Senior Associate Requirements:
- 5–8 years of labor and employment defense litigation experience
- Active admission to the California Bar
- Extensive experience with discovery, motion practice, and depositions
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Confident oral advocacy and courtroom presence
- Ability to manage multiple matters and prioritize effectively
Senior Associate Benefits:
- Hybrid work flexibility (remote and in-office balance)
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses
- Monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000
- Student loan repayment assistance ($250/month)
- Six months fully paid parental leave
- Annual wellness stipend and dedicated wellbeing day
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