Associate Attorney - Employment Law, Litigation, Minimum 3 years

Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Associate Attorney with a minimum of three years of experience in employment law and litigation. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload of workplace disputes, represent clients in administrative proceedings and court, and partner with senior attorneys to develop case strategy. This role requires strong litigation skills, excellent client communication, and the ability to manage matter budgets and deadlines independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of employment law matters from intake through resolution, including pre-suit investigations, administrative filings, litigation, mediation, and trial.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents with accuracy and adherence to court rules and deadlines.
• Conduct factual and legal research, prepare memoranda, briefs, and trial materials, and develop persuasive legal arguments.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Advise clients on employment law compliance, risk mitigation, internal investigations, and best practices for policies and handbooks.
• Lead settlement negotiations and collaborate with opposing counsel and claims professionals to resolve matters efficiently.
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys to develop case strategy, timelines, and budgets, and meet billing and productivity expectations.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, assigning tasks and reviewing work product for quality and consistency.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with clients, providing status updates, strategic advice, and realistic assessments of risk and outcome.
• Manage case files, organize evidence, and use litigation support tools and case management software to track matters and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the relevant state.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct employment law litigation experience representing employers and/or employees in federal and state court and administrative forums.
• Proven courtroom experience, including taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and participation in trials or contested hearings.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and oral advocacy skills with attention to detail and mastery of litigation procedure and evidence.
• Working knowledge of key employment statutes and regulations such as Title VII, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, NLRA, and state-specific employment laws.
• Excellent client-service orientation, judgment, and ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-lawyers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality work under pressure.
• Experience with litigation support tools, e-discovery platforms, and standard case management and billing software.
• Strong negotiation skills, ethical judgment, and commitment to collaboration and professional development.

Benefits

• Vacation/PTO
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Bonus
• Relocation
• Telecommute
   

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 09/29/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$170000 - $200000 USD per year

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