Job Details

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW), a premier labor and employment law firm with over 120 attorneys and California offices, is seeking a litigation associate for its San Francisco office. This hybrid role offers flexibility along with direct client contact, courtroom experience, and the chance to work on cases that influence California employment law.

For 45 years, LCW attorneys have been trusted advisors to public agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits, clients whose work strengthens communities across the state.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working schedule, allowing for a balance of in-office presence and remote work, which supports both professional growth and personal well-being.

The Opportunity

The San Francisco office of LCW is seeking to hire a mid-level litigation associate to join its labor and employment practice. The ideal candidate must be licensed to practice law in the state of California with more than 5 years of experience in employment matters, including wage and hour, PAGA, and FLSA. Prior employment litigation experience is required. While not mandatory, experience in 1st or 2nd chair trial, mediation, or other dispute resolution processes is considered a significant advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• This role involves extensive client contact
• Conducting substantive witness interviews
• Managing discovery
• Taking and defending depositions
• Regularly appearing and defending motions in court
• Case management
• Drafting dispositive motions, including demurrers, anti-SLAPP, motions for judgment, and motions for summary judgment

Experience in the public sector is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Liebert Cassidy Whitmore offers:
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Performance-based bonus for those who meet minimum hours requirements
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, AD&D
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

For more information about our firm and the exciting career opportunities we offer, please visit our website at lcwlegal.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Fair Chance Act Compliance

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position operates in an office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.