Hybrid Litigation Associate Attorney - Employment Law

Pay: $130,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, growing employment law practice where attorneys are treated like people, not billing machines
• Work directly with employer clients and partners on meaningful, high-impact matters
• Clear runway for growth, mentorship, and leadership regardless of seniority
• Strong compensation, flexible work options, and a culture that values balance and purpose

Location: Sacramento, CA. Hybrid preferred with 1–2 days per week remote depending on experience; fully remote considered for a highly experienced candidate.

Note: Must be licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established California employment law firm known for delivering practical, high-quality counsel to businesses while fostering a collaborative, supportive internal culture. They prioritize integrity, teamwork, and professional growth, and are intentional about building long-term careers for their attorneys.

Job Description

• Advise and counsel employer clients on day-to-day employment law issues
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and written advocacy
• Argue motions and meaningfully contribute to case strategy from inception through resolution
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations and negotiations
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, business-minded guidance
• Collaborate with partners and mentor junior attorneys as appropriate
• Participate in networking and business development efforts

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
• 1+ years of experience in employment law, litigation, or both
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Professional judgment, executive presence, and client-facing confidence
• Willingness to travel occasionally for hearings, depositions, or mediations
• Interest in mentorship, teamwork, and long-term growth

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive base salary with meaningful bonus potential
• Flexible PTO and hybrid or remote flexibility
• Supportive partners who invest in your development
• Positive, collegial environment where your voice matters
• Real work-life balance without sacrificing sophisticated legal work

JPC-570

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: CA bar license. Must have 2+ yrs of litigation or employment law experience. Preferred: employment law defense experience. Relocation- [yes]. Packages - [no]

Submissions Name / Jennifer / Lori: [email protected];[email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference (Internal Summary)

Established California employment law firm hiring a Litigation Associate to handle employer-side employment matters and litigation. Role includes client counseling, motion practice, discovery, depositions, and strategy. Hybrid Sacramento preferred; remote possible for experienced attorneys.

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• Client job title: Hybrid Litigation Associate Attorney - Employment Law

• Location: Sacramento, CA

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid

• Experience: 2

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