A highly regarded plaintiff-side employment firm in El Segundo (known for recovering over $200 million on behalf of employees and securing successful PAGA trial verdicts) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its team. Leadership is Super Lawyers-recognized, accessible, and deeply invested in mentorship.

The culture is collegial, a true nine-to-five is respected, and weekends are not the norm. For an attorney seeking full-cycle litigation responsibility in both state and federal court, along with meaningful partner access without being siloed this is an excellent opportunity.

Location: El Segundo | Primarily On-Site | Free Parking

Compensation: $120,000 - $220,000 DOE | Annual Merit Raises | Discretionary Year-End Bonus

Benefits: Full Medical, Dental, Vision | 401(k) | Relocation Assistance Available

Your Role

The practice is approximately 90% wage and hour class actions and PAGA matters, with 10% individual employment cases, including wrongful termination and FEHA claims.

• Handle full-cycle employment litigation in both state and federal court, including court appearances, depositions, mediations, drafting, and settlement agreements
• Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
• Draft motions, oppositions, and supporting briefs across a range of employment matters
• Represent clients in depositions, hearings, and court appearances
• Manage individual employment matters, including wrongful termination and FEHA claims
• Collaborate closely with partners and colleagues in a supportive, team-oriented environment

Your Credentials

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school and active admission to the California State Bar required
• 2-6 years of employment litigation experience; wage and hour and/or PAGA experience strongly preferred
• Strong command of California employment law and litigation procedures
• Plaintiff or defense backgrounds considered; general civil litigators with transferable experience are encouraged to apply
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Professional, collegial, and client-focused, with a growth-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines

How to Apply

If your background aligns with what we're looking for, we'd love to connect. Apply with your resume, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss next steps.