Attorney - Employment Law - Downtown Los Angeles

Job Description

Job DescriptionEMPLOYMENT LAW ATTORNEY DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES

A well-established and respected litigation firm based in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Employment Attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law, particularly in handling wage & hour claims, class actions, and complex employment litigation.

This is a hands-on role for a driven attorney who is confident managing cases from intake through settlement and thrives in a collaborative, high-performance legal environment.

Key Practice Areas

• Wage & Hour Disputes

• PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) Claims

• Class Action Employment Litigation

• Wrongful Termination

• Harassment & Discrimination Claims

• California Labor Code Violations

Core Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation cases from pre-litigation through resolution

• Draft complaints, motions, arbitration demands, pleadings, and supporting briefs

• Propound and respond to discovery in a timely and strategic manner

• Take and defend depositions, including those of parties, witnesses, and experts

• Analyze and summarize medical records and employment documents relevant to the case

• Argue motions and oppositions in court or arbitration settings

• Work closely with clients, co-counsel, and firm partners to advance litigation strategy

• Ensure that all procedural deadlines are met and cases move forward effectively

Qualifications

• 3+ years of employment litigation experience

• Strong knowledge of California employment law and procedural rules

• Experience in wage & hour, class actions, PAGA, and discrimination matters

• Excellent legal research and writing skills

• Proven ability to manage discovery, draft pleadings, and argue motions

• Confident in deposition and courtroom settings

• Familiarity with complex, high-stakes litigation a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• PTO – Paid time off for personal and vacation use

• Health Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision (50% employer-paid)

• 401(k) – Eligible after one year with discretionary employer match

• Federal Holidays – 9 paid holidays annually

• Vacation & Sick Leave – Accrual-based vacation and sick time

• Professional Coverage – MCLE credit fees and annual bar dues covered

• Paid Parking – Firm covers onsite parking in Downtown LA