Litigation Associate Attorney, (Employment Law) (Hybrid)

Abramson Labor Group • Burbank, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and driven Litigation Associate to join our employment litigation team. The ideal candidate brings meaningful courtroom and deposition experience, the ability to independently manage a substantive caseload, and a collaborative spirit that strengthens the team around them. This role offers significant responsibility, a clear path for growth, and the opportunity to handle complex employment matters at every stage of litigation. This is a hybrid position offering flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the California State Bar, in good standing
• Licensed to practice law in the State of California
• 2–5 years of employment litigation experience (plaintiff, defense, or government)
• Proven track record of court appearances, depositions, and motion practice
• Ability to independently manage cases and exercise sound litigation judgment
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Collaborative team player with a professional and collegial approach
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines across a busy docket
• Proficiency with legal research platforms (Westlaw, Lexis) and case management software

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a robust docket of employment litigation matters from pre-litigation through trial or resolution
• Take and defend depositions with minimal supervision, including expert witnesses and corporate representatives
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
• Draft and argue dispositive and discovery motions, including motions for summary judgment
• Develop and execute case strategy in coordination with supervising attorneys and clients
• Conduct legal research and produce clear, persuasive written work products
• Mentor junior associates and collaborate closely with paralegals and support staff
• Maintain direct client relationships, providing strategic counsel and regular case updates
• Monitor and manage deadlines across a high-volume docket with precision and efficiency

Benefits

• health insurance
• retirement plan
• unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• continuing legal education (CLE)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level