Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a highly respected California litigation team representing employers, businesses, and healthcare providers in sophisticated disputes Work on meaningful employment defense matters, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, wrongful termination, trade secrets, and unfair competition claims Enjoy a strong compensation range with a reasonable billable hour expectation of 1,500 to 1,700 hours Build your litigation skills in a collaborative environment with access to paralegal, administrative, marketing, and intern support Work from a desirable Newport Beach office with strong mentorship, client exposure, and long-term growth potential Location This is an on-site position based in our Newport Beach, CA office, conveniently located near major freeways in a highly desirable Orange County location. Note Applicants must have 4+ years of California litigation experience and be admitted to practice law in California. About Us We are a California law firm providing trusted counsel to employers, businesses, and healthcare providers in employment litigation, labor and employment counseling, healthcare law, and business litigation. Our team is known for practical strategy, strong client service, and a thoughtful approach to resolving disputes efficiently while protecting our clients' interests. Confidential Employer. Job Description Handle employment litigation matters on behalf of California employers and business clients Research case law, analyze legal precedent, and develop effective defense strategies Draft, review, and interpret pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents Analyze evidence, identify inconsistencies, and evaluate case strengths, weaknesses, and risk Manage multiple active litigation matters with strong attention to detail and deadlines Work directly with partners, attorneys, clients, paralegals, and support staff to move cases forward Assist with litigation strategy, settlement evaluation, and dispute resolution efforts Maintain a billable hour expectation of approximately 1,500 to 1,700 hours annually Qualifications Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school Active California Bar admission in good standing 4+ years of California litigation experience Employment litigation, employment defense, business litigation, or healthcare litigation experience preferred Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and case management skills Ability to manage deadlines, communicate professionally with clients, and work both independently and collaboratively Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard legal technology tools Organized, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling multiple matters at once Why You Will Love Working Here Competitive salary range of $165,000 to $225,000 depending on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with matching Parental leave and sick days Reasonable billable hour target compared to many litigation firms Strong internal support from paralegals, administrative staff, marketing, and interns Collaborative team environment with sophisticated California litigation work Opportunity to grow with a respected firm serving employers, businesses, and healthcare providers JPC-989

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$165,000.00

• $225,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional): This role is on site at the Newport Beach, CA office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N In what city/state do you currently reside? What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

Litigation:

3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

CA bar license (Required)

Work Location:

In person Employment Litigation Associate Attorney 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars Anaheim, CA 92899 $165,000

• $225,000 a year
• Full-time Orion Placement 2 reviews $165,000
• $225,000 a year
• Full-time Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a highly respected California litigation team representing employers, businesses, and healthcare providers in sophisticated disputes Work on meaningful employment defense matters, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, wrongful termination, trade secrets, and unfair competition claims Enjoy a strong compensation range with a reasonable billable hour expectation of 1,500 to 1,700 hours Build your litigation skills in a collaborative environment with access to paralegal, administrative, marketing, and intern support Work from a desirable Newport Beach office with strong mentorship, client exposure, and long-term growth potential Location This is an on-site position based in our Newport Beach, CA office, conveniently located near major freeways in a highly desirable Orange County location.

Note Applicants must have 4+ years of California litigation experience and be admitted to practice law in California. About Us We are a California law firm providing trusted counsel to employers, businesses, and healthcare providers in employment litigation, labor and employment counseling, healthcare law, and business litigation. Our team is known for practical strategy, strong client service, and a thoughtful approach to resolving disputes efficiently while protecting our clients' interests. Confidential Employer. Job Description Handle employment litigation matters on behalf of California employers and business clients Research case law, analyze legal precedent, and develop effective defense strategies Draft, review, and interpret pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents Analyze evidence, identify inconsistencies, and evaluate case strengths, weaknesses, and risk Manage multiple active litigation matters with strong attention to detail and deadlines Work directly with partners, attorneys, clients, paralegals, and support staff to move cases forward Assist with litigation strategy, settlement evaluation, and dispute resolution efforts Maintain a billable hour expectation of approximately 1,500 to 1,700 hours annually Qualifications Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school Active California Bar admission in good standing 4+ years of California litigation experience Employment litigation, employment defense, business litigation, or healthcare litigation experience preferred Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and case management skills Ability to manage deadlines, communicate professionally with clients, and work both independently and collaboratively Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard legal technology tools Organized, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling multiple matters at once Why You Will Love Working Here Competitive salary range of $165,000 to $225,000 depending on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with matching Parental leave and sick days Reasonable billable hour target compared to many litigation firms Strong internal support from paralegals, administrative staff, marketing, and interns Collaborative team environment with sophisticated California litigation work Opportunity to grow with a respected firm serving employers, businesses, and healthcare providers JPC-989

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$165,000.00

• $225,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional): This role is on site at the Newport Beach, CA office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N In what city/state do you currently reside? What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

Litigation:

3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

CA bar license (Required)

Work Location:

In person