• Attorney/Lawyer

    Robert Half Legal (Los Angeles, CA)


    Description

    Top California Boutique Seeks Employment Law Associate (Hybrid)

    About Firm & Position:

    Join a highly respected, minority-owned California law firm known for its commitment to community engagement, mentorship, and excellence in public sector law. With a team of 25 attorneys and a strong presence across the state, the firm has a longstanding reputation in labor and employment, litigation, municipal law, and government compliance.

     

    This position is ideal for a litigation associate with any civil litigation background who is interested in pivoting into employment law. You’ll have the chance to work closely with seasoned attorneys in a hybrid role that blends litigation and advising — perfect for someone who wants variety and a long-term career track in employment defense.

    Employment Law Associate Responsibilities:

    + Defend public and private employers in employment-related disputes including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage & hour matters.

    + Draft responses to agency complaints (DFEH, EEOC, DLSE), legal memoranda, and motions.

    + Advise clients on employment best practices, workplace investigations, and policy development.

    + Support litigation strategy, deposition prep, and case management from pleadings to resolution.

    + Collaborate with senior attorneys on compliance training and HR-related risk mitigation.

    Perks:

    + Not 100% litigation — this role includes substantive advisory/counseling responsibilities.

    + Close mentorship from respected labor & employment partners.

    + Friendly, open-door culture where attorneys are collaborative and accessible.

    + Opportunities to attend community service and professional networking events.

    + Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote (after 30–60 day onboarding).

     

    Salary: Up to $185K base salary + bonus potential

    Benefits:

    + Medical, dental, and vision insurance

    + 401(k) retirement plan

    + Benefits eligibility starts the 1st of the month after 60 days

    + Bonus potential for meeting performance goals

     

    TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]

    Requirements

    + Licensed to practice law in California

    + 2+ years of experience as a litigation attorney (civil litigation considered)

    + Interest in learning employment law and providing client counsel

    + Excellent legal writing, research, and communication skills

    + Willingness to work onsite for initial training period, then follow hybrid model

     

    TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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