Associate Attorney

Shegerian & Associates•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$145,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Shegerian & Associates is hiring an Associate Attorney for its plaintiff-side employment law practice. The role offers early courtroom involvement and full ownership of cases from inception through trial, representing workers who have experienced wrongful termination, harassment, and discrimination. Associates draft and argue motions, take depositions, appear in court, communicate with clients, contribute to case strategy, participate in alternative dispute resolution and settlement negotiations, and prepare for trial, including gaining second-chair experience. The firm provides direct, ongoing mentorship from Carney Shegerian and senior partners, along with practical workshops in deposition technique, trial strategy, courtroom presence, and jury persuasion. Associates may work on cases that contribute to California employment case law and have a merit-based path to advancement, including shareholder opportunities. The position is hybrid and offers a base salary of $145,000–$170,000, commensurate with experience, plus settlement commissions of up to 6.5% per case. The firm also provides litigation support staff and covers specified professional expenses and benefits.

Requirements

Active membership in the California Bar.
Ability to write and argue with precision and confidence.
Ability to own a caseload.
Genuine interest in courtroom advocacy and trying cases.

Nice To Haves

Employment law background.
Trial or substantial trial-preparation experience.

Responsibilities

Own cases from inception through trial.
Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial briefs.
Take and defend depositions.
Appear in court for hearings and motion practice.
Communicate directly with clients and contribute to case strategy.
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
Prepare for trial and gain second-chair experience.
Contribute to emerging California employment case law.

Benefits

Base salary of $145,000–$170,000, commensurate with experience.
Settlement commissions of up to 6.5% per case.
Merit-based advancement and shareholder opportunities.
Firm-paid bar dues, MCLEs, and referral bonuses.
Firm-sponsored social and networking events.
Firm pays 100% of premiums for dental and vision plans.
Firm pays 100% of premiums for all Silver-level medical plans.
Firm retirement contribution of approximately 10% (3% Safe Harbor plus 7% profit sharing).
$500 annual FSA contribution.
Accrual of 80 hours of PTO, with an additional 40 hours on the third anniversary.
Sick pay.
Fully paid birthday off.