Employment Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel
Boston, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Associate Attorney — San Diego, CA or Boston, MA

Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment Associate Attorney to join a well-established Am Law 100 firm in its San Diego office.

This role is ideal for an attorney with at least 3 years of employment law experience , including litigation and counseling. The position offers a balanced mix of litigation, advisory work, policy drafting, investigations, and training , with the opportunity to work closely alongside seasoned practitioners in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Handle all aspects of employment litigation, including matters involving discrimination, wage and hour claims, leave issues, non-compete disputes, and breach of contract cases

  • Provide day-to-day counseling to employers on HR and compliance matters

  • Draft and revise employment policies, handbooks, employment agreements, and separation agreements

  • Conduct internal investigations and deliver employment-related trainings

  • Collaborate with team members in accordance with a 60% in-office hybrid schedule

Qualifications
  • J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school

  • Licensed or eligible for admission in California

  • 3+ years of employment law experience , including:

    • Litigation before state/federal courts or administrative agencies

    • Advising employers on compliance and best practices

    • Drafting employment-related documents and policies

    • Experience with investigations or trainings preferred

  • Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Compensation & Structure
  • Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000 , plus bonus eligibility

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Hybrid schedule with approximately 60% in-office presence

If you’re an employment litigator and advisor seeking both courtroom and counseling exposure within a nationally recognized platform , we’d love to connect.

Posted 2026-08-05

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