Labor and Employment Senior Associate

Job overview

The Labor and Employment Senior Associate role is based in Los Angeles, CA. Compensation is $225,000–$280,000 per year. The associate supports the Labor and Employment Practice Group, which advises employers on workplace compliance and responds to employment disputes. The attorney counsels business clients and defends employers in employment litigation, with potential transactional work such as drafting handbooks and employment-related agreements. The role helps clients manage employment risks and respond to workplace conflicts.

What you'll do

• Advise business clients on employment law and workplace compliance
• defend employers in employment litigation
• develop litigation strategies and respond to disputes
• potentially draft employee handbooks and employment-related agreements
• provide strong written work and client counsel.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

labor and employment

senior associate

los angeles ca

full-time

employment law

litigation

employer defense

workplace compliance

transactional drafting

$225k–$280k/year

california bar

direct counsel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), health, dental, vision, and a full insurance package
• collaborative environment emphasizing excellence, mentorship, and client success.

Why this role

Seeks a 7th- to 9th-year associate with at least five years of employment-law experience, California bar admission, strong writing skills, and excellent academic credentials.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.