Job Description
Job DescriptionEmployment Associate Attorney — San Diego, CA or Boston, MA
Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment Associate Attorney to join a well-established Am Law 100 firm in its San Diego office.
This role is ideal for an attorney with at least 3 years of employment law experience, including litigation and counseling. The position offers a balanced mix of litigation, advisory work, policy drafting, investigations, and training, with the opportunity to work closely alongside seasoned practitioners in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Handle all aspects of employment litigation, including matters involving discrimination, wage and hour claims, leave issues, non-compete disputes, and breach of contract cases
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Provide day-to-day counseling to employers on HR and compliance matters
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Draft and revise employment policies, handbooks, employment agreements, and separation agreements
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Conduct internal investigations and deliver employment-related trainings
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Collaborate with team members in accordance with a 60% in-office hybrid schedule
Qualifications
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J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school
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Licensed or eligible for admission in California
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3+ years of employment law experience, including:
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Litigation before state/federal courts or administrative agencies
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Advising employers on compliance and best practices
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Drafting employment-related documents and policies
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Experience with investigations or trainings preferred
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Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
Compensation & Structure
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Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000, plus bonus eligibility
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Hybrid schedule with approximately 60% in-office presence
If you’re an employment litigator and advisor seeking both courtroom and counseling exposure within a nationally recognized platform, we’d love to connect.