Attorney | Employment Litigation | 148895 | Beverly Hills, CA

Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Mission Recruiting is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney on behalf of a plaintiff-side employment litigation practice in Los Angeles.

This opportunity is designed for attorneys with 2 to 6 years of litigation experience who are ready to take meaningful ownership of cases while continuing to develop under experienced mentorship. Rather than managing a high-volume docket, you’ll work on a controlled caseload that allows for thoughtful strategy, client advocacy, and high-quality legal work.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Conduct legal research and written advocacy
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
• Collaborate on litigation strategy
• Maintain consistent case activity and internal deadlines
• Work directly with clients throughout litigation

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Minimum of two years of litigation experience
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Experience with motion practice, depositions, and hearings preferred
• Employment law experience preferred but not required
• Experience using LexisNexis and Westlaw
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated interest in plaintiff-side advocacy

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $125,000–$250,000 DOE
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with safe harbor match
• Employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• CLE allowance
• Wellness benefits and additional employee assistance programs

This is a fully in-office position that offers significant responsibility from day one without billable hour requirements, allowing attorneys to focus on quality advocacy and meaningful client outcomes.

Salary Range: $125,000 to $250,000

Reference: 148895

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