Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

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San Francisco, CA

Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-8 yrs required

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Job Title:
Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a mid-level associate with 3-4 years of focused experience in handling complex workplace disputes. The role centers around representing employers in high-stakes matters involving workplace rights, restrictive covenants, wage issues, and class-based actions. This position offers a challenging caseload and exposure to a variety of sophisticated legal issues in the employment litigation arena. The ideal candidate brings a proven litigation track record, a strategic mindset, and is already licensed to practice in California.

Duties:

• Handle all phases of litigation, including initial case assessments, discovery, motions practice, and trial preparation

• Represent corporate clients in individual and class/collective action employment disputes

• Advise clients on matters involving trade secrets, employee mobility, restrictive covenants, and compensation structures

• Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, and motion papers for court filings

• Participate in strategy development, deposition preparation, and hearings

• Collaborate with colleagues across litigation and advisory teams on multi-faceted cases

• Support risk mitigation efforts and client counseling on workplace policies and regulatory compliance

Requirements:

• 3-4 years of dedicated litigation experience, preferably with an emphasis on employment-related disputes

• Familiarity with California employment law and local procedural rules

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation and meet tight deadlines

• Experience with class or collective actions, wage and hour matters, and/or non-compete issues preferred

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

• Admission to the State Bar of California is required

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited . law school

• Strong academic performance preferred

Certifications:

• Active and good standing membership with the California State Bar

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and litigation drafting

• Exceptional analytical thinking and case management ability

• Strong interpersonal communication and client service orientation

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-volume practice

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA