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Associate Attorney Labor and Employment in San Diego

Date Posted: 22 July 2026

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Job Description

Associate Attorney | Labor & Employment Litigation | San Diego, CA

A well-established litigation firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated employment matters while building your career in a collaborative environment that offers strong mentorship, meaningful client exposure, and long-term growth.

What They're Looking For

  • 2+ years of employment litigation experience
  • Wage & hour class action and/or PAGA experience strongly preferred
  • Experience with discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
  • Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Licensed and in good standing in California

Why Consider This Opportunity

  • Handle a diverse employment litigation caseload, including class actions and PAGA matters
  • Direct client interaction and meaningful litigation responsibility
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong mentorship
  • Excellent opportunity for long-term professional growth

Compensation & Benefits

  • Highly competitive compensation
  • Robust bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid bar dues, CLEs, parking, and additional firm-paid perks

To learn more about this opportunity or any of our other openings, please contact: Carolina Ries at carolina.ries@gogpac.com or call/text 605-679-4241.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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