Attorney - Employment Law - Downtown Los Angeles

Job Description

Job Description

EMPLOYMENT 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