Mid-Level L&E Associate

4-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeks Mid-Level L&E Associate in Orange County

Are you an experienced attorney looking for a new opportunity with a top global law firm? Greenberg Traurig (GT) is seeking a Mid-Level L&E Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join our thriving Labor & Employment Practice in Orange County. In this role, you will have the chance to work with clients from a variety of industries and handle a range of labor and employment issues. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

About Greenberg Traurig

Greenberg Traurig is a leading global law firm with a strong presence in the labor and employment sector. Our team provides practical and efficient consulting, technical assistance, and litigation services to help organizations navigate complex labor and employment issues. We have a diverse team of experienced attorneys who understand the business impact of these issues and are dedicated to helping our clients make informed decisions and take effective action.

Job Requirements and Responsibilities

As a Mid-Level L&E Associate, you will have strong interpersonal, writing, and analytical skills, as well as attention to detail. You will be responsible for representing employers on both a class and individual basis in a range of labor and employment matters, including wage and hour compliance, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, leaves of absence, employee accommodations, personnel policies, and employment agreements. This position requires experience with wage & hour class action and PAGA cases.

Salary and Benefits

The expected annualized base salary for this position is $225,000 to $365,000, with actual pay adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors. Full-time employees are eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance, short-term and long-term disability, dental and vision care, life insurance, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Additional voluntary programs, such as accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, cancer, and pet insurance, may also be available. Commuter and transit programs may be available in certain markets.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Greenberg Traurig, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. We participate in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program, which focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity in the hiring process and beyond. Our participation in this program aligns with our commitment to providing opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process is voluntary and will not impact your candidacy, but it helps us track our progress and meet reporting and record-keeping obligations.

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in Labor & Employment Practice
- Strong interpersonal, writing, and analytical skills
- Attention to detail and ability to take ownership over work and career
- Experience with wage & hour class action and PAGA cases required

Responsibilities:

- Represent employers in labor and employment matters, including wage and hour compliance, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leaves of absence, accommodations, policies, and agreements
- Work with clients from a variety of industries
- Provide practical and efficient consulting, technical assistance, and litigation services
- Analyze options, make informed decisions, and take effective action

Benefits:

- Competitive salary with expected annualized base salary range of $225,000 to $365,000
- Actual pay adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors
- Discretionary bonus for full-time employees
- Health insurance with optional HSA
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Dental and vision care
- Life insurance
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K
- Vacation and sick time
- Employee assistance program
- Additional voluntary programs, such as accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, cancer, and pet insurance, may be available
- Commuter and transit programs may be available in certain markets

Diversity and Inclusion:

- Law firm committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Participation in Mansfield Rule Certification Program, which focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity
- Mansfield requirements anchored in consideration of expanded talent pools for select positions and open roles
- Implementation of transparent processes and access
- Progress and outcomes measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics
- Achieved Mansfield Certification Plus in 2023
- Providing data during application process is voluntary and confidential

Join our team at Greenberg Traurig and take your career to the next level as a Mid-Level L&E Associate in Orange County. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace and offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Apply now!

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Competitive compensation, excellent benefits package

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Interpersonal, Writing, Analytical, Attention to detail

JD degree

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Qualification and Experience JD degree, Bar membership

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