Employment Associate Attorney#26-05454

El Segundo, CA

Hybrid

Direct Placement

Starts 9/18/2026 Job Description

Employment Associate Attorney Core Requirements:

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active and good-standing membership with the California State Bar

3+ years of experience in employment law or civil litigation, plaintiff-side experience strongly preferred

Experience handling FEHA, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, disability accommodation, interactive process, and leave-related matters strongly preferred

Deposition, mediation, and trial preparation experience strongly preferred

Job Summary:

Company Description

Protection Law Group is a dynamic and growing plaintiff-side California-based law firm dedicated to providing strategic counsel and litigation services in labor and employment law and personal injury. Role Description

We are seeking one (1) Mid-Level Employment Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience handling employment litigation matters under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to join our employment litigation team. This role is ideal for an attorney with strong experience prosecuting discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, disability accommodation, and leave-related claims who is ready to take on increased responsibility while continuing to develop under the guidance of a Team Leader/Partner, with a clear path toward future leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in prosecuting FEHA matters from pre-litigation through settlement or trial

Handle cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, disability accommodation, interactive process, and leave-related claims

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents

Prepare for and take depositions, including defending client depositions

Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and clients on case strategy and execution

Independently handle court appearances, mediations, and tactical litigation tasks

Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and paralegals as needed

Support the Team Leader/Partner in advancing complex employment litigation matters Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active and good-standing membership with the California State Bar

Strong experience as an employment attorney litigating FEHA claims on behalf of employees

1-3 years of experience for junior associate attorney

4-6 years of experience for associate attorney

Experience handling discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, disability accommodation, interactive process, and leave-related matters

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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