LOS ANGELES - Labor & Employment Attorney (off-track)

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYNON-PARTNERSHIP TRACKLocation: LOS ANGELES, CAHYBRID - Telecommuting arrangements may be considered from a home office located in any location within California, but Los Angeles, San Diego, or San Francisco is preferred. Active California bar membership is required.Our client, an international AmLaw 100 law firm, is seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Attorney to join its Boston team in a salaried, non-partnership track role. This benefits-eligible position offers a reduced billable hour target (1400-1700) and the opportunity to work on sophisticated employment matters for high-profile clients within a collaborative and supportive environment.Candidate ProfileJD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic recordActive Bar Admission in CALIFORNIA, in good standing6+ years of substantive labor & employment experience at a law firm of comparable rankExtensive litigation experience, includingdrafting pleadings, managing discovery, taking depositions, and handling hearingsAbility to confidently engage directly with clients and run cases independently, managing deadlines and overseeing case strategyStrong analytical, research, and legal writing skills, along with demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and a client-service mindsetKey ResponsibilitiesRepresent clients in labor and employment litigationTake and defend depositions and engage in motion practiceDraft discovery and other litigation-related documents, including memoranda, briefs, motions, and pleadingsParticipate in trials and contribute to trial preparationIndependently progress employment law cases from inception through resolutionCollaborate with colleagues across practice groups to deliver comprehensive, client-focused legal solutionsDevelop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and responsivenessWhy Join Us?This position offers the opportunity to join a premier Labor & Employment practice that represents leading companies across diverse industries. Attorneys in this group enjoy high-level, hands-on experience from the outset-handling complex cases and advising sophisticated clients, while benefiting from mentorship by top-tier partners. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence, and professional growth, empowering its attorneys to take ownership of their work in an environment that values initiative and innovation. With a reduced billable hour goal of 1400-1800 hours and a hybrid or telecommuting work arrangement (in MA with Boston preferred), this is an ideal role for attorneys seeking to elevate their practice in the employment law field without the expectations of a traditional partnership-track position.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive Salary: Annual base salary is expected to range from $165,000 - $265,000 depending on experience, qualifications, and market factorsDiscretionary bonus opportunities are also availableComprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; time off; wellness initiatives; commuter benefits; and employee assistance programsAdditional Perks: Sabbatical program, student loan refinancing support, relocation expenses, bar expenses and bar leave, concierge program, fertility treatments, adoption expenses, and corporate discountsApplication RequirementsInterested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.