Employment Law Associate (Plaintiff-Side Litigation)

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Employment Law Associate (Plaintiff-Side Litigation)

Our client, a well-established employment and labor law firm, is seeking a motivated Employment Law Associate to join its expanding team. The firm handles high-profile wage and hour class actions, PAGA claims, and employment litigation on behalf of workers across California.

This position provides direct mentorship from senior trial attorneys, hands-on litigation experience, and the opportunity to contribute to cases with statewide and national impact. It’s a great fit for an early-career attorney who wants to grow within a collaborative, high-performing environment focused on employee rights and workplace justice.

Employment Law Associate – Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive base salary: $130,000 – $175,000, plus bonus potential
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Access to mentorship and professional development from leading employment lawyers
• Exposure to class action litigation, wage and hour law, and appellate advocacy

Junior Employment Law Associate – Requirements and Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active California Bar membership
• 1–2+ years of litigation experience, ideally in employment law or wage and hour disputes
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting
• Professional communication and teamwork skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a plaintiff-side law firm environment (defense-to-plaintiff transitions welcome)

Preferred Background and Skills

• Familiarity with California labor and employment law, PAGA claims, and class action litigation
• Prior experience supporting discovery, depositions, and motion practice
• Demonstrated passion for employee rights, workplace fairness, and complex civil litigation
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownership of projects

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 166500

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Sarah Rowland-Varner

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