Labor & Employment Attorney

Employment Litigation Associate•

San Rafael, CA Location:

San Rafael, CA (Hybrid)•Other locations available

Experience Level:

3-5 years

Practice Area:

Employment Litigation (traditional labor law a plus)

Salary Range:

$235,00•$245,000+ (dependent on experience) Are you a litigation-focused employment attorney looking for increased autonomy, stronger client exposure, and a genuinely collaborative and flexible culture? An Am Law 200 firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join its highly regarded Employment Group. This is a standout opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes matters while building your own relationships within a supportive, values-driven and highly flexible environment.

Why This Role Stands Out:

Engaging mix of litigation, advisory, and traditional labor matters Collaborative, non-hierarchical team culture built on trust and respect Long-standing client relationships with major employers Opportunity to work across both private and public sector clients Values-led firm with a strong commitment to community impact Complete autonomy and flexibility, offering hybrid and flexible hours/days Key Responsibilities Defend and litigate a wide range of employment-related claims and agency charges Represent employers in court, arbitration, administrative proceedings, and mediations Handle matters involving class and collective actions, wage and hour disputes, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, employment torts, contract issues, and non-compete cases Advise and counsel employers on federal and California employment and labor law compliance Provide training on workplace compliance, risk management, and employee relations best practices Conduct legal research, drafting, and case management across assigned matters Class Action / PAGA experience preferred, but not required Required Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials 3-5 years of employment litigation experience; labor law a massive plus Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills Strong organizational and time management abilities Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work Demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and a client-focused approach What's on Offer Competitive compensation structure within California's salary range guidelines, fantastic bonuses Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits Professional development, mentorship, and training opportunities Hybrid work schedule and flexible hours Exposure to sophisticated employment litigation matters in a leading and well-respected practice Supportive, friendly and collaborative work environment This role presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator to develop their employment law practice within a top-tier Californian law firm. For more information, please contact alicia@ljwsolutions.com or apply today.

INDUK Pay:

$235,500.00•$245,500.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

Employment Litigation:

3 years (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in San Rafael, CA 94901