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Labor and Employment Litigation Associate Attorney (Wage and Hour)
Labor and Employment Litigation Associate Attorney (Wage and Hour)Butler Recruitment Group LLC • Los Angeles, California, United States
Labor and Employment Litigation Associate Attorney (Wage and Hour)

Labor and Employment Litigation Associate Attorney (Wage and Hour)

Butler Recruitment Group LLC • Los Angeles, California, United States
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Pay :  $250,000.00 - $275,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Earn total compensation that typically ranges from  $375,000 to $425,000  for strong performers, combining a competitive base salary with substantial bonus and origination potential.
  • Focus your practice on high-impact employment litigation, including complex wage and hour class actions and single-plaintiff matters.
  • Build a deep specialty in California labor and employment law while working directly with well-known partners in the field.
  • Take on a mix of litigation and advisory work, becoming a true go-to counselor for sophisticated employer clients.
  • Join a highly regarded full-service firm with a strong reputation, steady workflow, and clear long-term career upside.

Location

This is an  on-site position in Los Angeles, CA . Labor and employment associates are expected to be in the office  five days per week , giving you close collaboration with partners and full integration into the team and firm culture.

Note

To be considered, you must have  4+ years of labor and employment experience , including  wage and hour class action work , be  admitted to the California Bar , and have  strong academic credentials (3.0+ GPA) . A  law school transcript and writing sample  are required for interview.

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized, full-service law firm with approximately 120 lawyers and offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Orange County. They represent employers across manufacturing, banking and financial services, hospitality, real estate and development, health care, retail, consumer products, motor vehicle, charitable organizations, and more. The firm is consistently honored as a "Best Law Firm," a "Best Place to Work," and its attorneys are regularly recognized as Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and Top 100 Lawyers in Los Angeles.

Job Description

  • Handle a broad range of employment litigation matters for employer clients, with a heavy focus on wage and hour class and representative actions.
  • Manage single-plaintiff discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and related employment disputes.
  • Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions, discovery motions, and class certification briefs.
  • Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, class representatives, supervisors, HR professionals, and experts.
  • Assist with all phases of case management, from initial assessment and strategy through discovery, mediation, and trial preparation.
  • Provide day-to-day employment law advice and counseling on issues such as wage and hour compliance, accommodations, leave laws, discipline and terminations, investigations, and policy updates.
  • Work closely with partners and clients to develop practical, business-focused solutions and risk management strategies.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the firm on overlapping issues, including traditional labor, investigations, and related litigation.
  • Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school with  strong academic credentials (3.0+ GPA) .
  • Admission to the  California Bar  in good standing.
  • 4+ years of labor and employment experience  at a reputable law firm.
  • Significant  wage and hour class action  litigation experience on behalf of employers.
  • Strong background in employment litigation, including single-plaintiff matters.
  • Demonstrated experience providing  employment law advice and counseling  to employer clients.
  • Traditional labor law experience is a plus but not required.
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with careful attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal communication skills, professionalism, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
  • Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Work on cutting-edge wage and hour and employment litigation matters for sophisticated employer clients in California.
  • Enjoy a steady flow of high-quality work and the opportunity to second-chair and eventually first-chair key aspects of complex cases.
  • Benefit from a competitive base salary, clear bonus structure tied to performance and hours, and additional bonus credit for originated work.
  • Be part of a collegial, professional culture where partners are accessible and mentorship is a priority.
  • Join a firm with a strong market reputation and an excellent track record of attorney recognition, awards, and long-term career growth.
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