Labor & Employment Associate - California

Company: Direct Counsel
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Direct Counsel is partnering with a nationally recognized AmLaw 200 law firm to identify an Attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join its Labor & Employment business unit in Los Angeles, San Diego, or San Francisco . Candidates must hold an active California Bar license . Key Responsibilities Handle a broad range of labor and employment matters, including single-plaintiff employment litigation involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims Support class action and PAGA matters Draft pleadings, discovery responses, and motions; argue motions as needed Take and defend depositions; assist with administrative hearings Draft workplace policies Conduct employee trainings Provide day-to-day advice and counsel to employer clients Qualifications Active California Bar license Ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of labor and employment experience Experience with single-plaintiff employment litigation required Class action and PAGA experience preferred Strong attention to detail and work ethic Excellent legal writing, research, and communication skills Compensation & Benefits: Salary range: $165,000 – $190,000 annually (DOE) Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Health insurance with HSA/FSA options Dental Vision Short-term and long-term disability Life insurance 401(k) Vacation and sick time Parking/public transportation allowance Employee assistance program.

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