Direct Counsel · 1 month ago
Employment Law Associate
Santa Monica, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$260K/yr - $390K/yrDirect Counsel is partnering with a nationally recognized technology and life sciences law firm to add a mid-level Employment Associate to its highly regarded Employment Group. The role involves advising employers on workplace issues and handling sophisticated litigation matters, particularly focusing on employment litigation and daily counseling.
Human ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Wage & hour
Terminations and reductions in force
Leaves of absence & accommodations
Workplace investigations
Worker classification
Drafting and reviewing:
Offer letters
Handbooks
Compensation plans
Employment agreements
Separation agreements
Qualification
Required
Strong experience in both employment litigation and day-to-day counseling
Robust litigation skills (single-plaintiff and complex matters)
A business-minded, problem-solving approach
Deep familiarity with California employment law (state and local)
Top academic credentials
Active CA Bar membership
Benefits
Discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits including:
Healthcare
Life Insurance
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellbeing programs
Company
Direct Counsel
Direct Counsel is a recruiting agency that offers staffing services for the law, engineering, and accounting sectors.
Founded in 2021
2-10 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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