Employment Litigation and Counseling Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Employment Litigation and Counseling Associate Attorney role is hybrid in San Jose, CA, with compensation of $225,000–$255,000 per year. The role is with an established law firm’s growing Labor & Employment practice, represented in the listing by Orion Placement. The attorney represents and advises employers in workplace disputes and employment matters, combining litigation with proactive counseling. The work includes drafting legal documents, researching employment law, advising on policies and compliance, investigating complaints, and building client relationships.

What you'll do

• Represent and advise employers in employment litigation, workplace disputes, and higher education matters
• draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and workplace documents
• research employment law and develop strategies
• counsel clients on policies, compliance, and employee relations
• investigate workplace complaints
• participate in court proceedings and collaborate with colleagues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

employment litigation

employment counseling

labor and employment

workplace disputes

california bar

hybrid

san jose ca

$225k–$255k/year

orion placement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance
• vision insurance
• retirement benefits
• paid time off
• parental leave
• disability coverage
• professional support for business development.

Why this role

Requires 4+ years of employment law experience, an active California Bar license in good standing, and a J.D. Higher education employment experience is a plus; hybrid flexibility and mentorship are noted.

About the employer

Orion Placement is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.