Job Posting: Litigation Associate- Public Sector & Labor/Employment Law
Position: Litigation Attorney
Location: San Francisco, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview:
We are seeking a talented and motivated Litigation Associate with four to ten years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience across all aspects of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial work preferred. Candidates with a background in labor and employment law, public sector law, appeals, or affirmative litigation are strongly encouraged to apply. This role offers the opportunity to take on significant case responsibility, including direct client contact, investigations, depositions, hearings, and trial work, while contributing to high-impact cases that shape public sector law.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage all aspects of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, and motion practice
Represent clients in court and administrative hearings, including the Public Employment Relations Board
Conduct trial work and assume ownership of assigned cases
Maintain direct client contact, lead investigations, and develop case strategies
Participate in high-profile matters involving state and federal constitutional and statutory law
Handle cutting-edge legal issues related to public sector law, labor and employment law, and appeals
Qualifications & Skills:
4–10 years of litigation experience, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial work
Strong academic credentials and a proven ability to manage complex legal issues
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience in labor and employment law, public sector law, or appellate practice is a plus
Ability to work independently, take ownership of cases, and manage client relationships
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law or serving the public sector is highly desirable
Why Join Us:
This is an exciting opportunity to advance your litigation career, work on impactful cases, and collaborate with a team dedicated to public sector and labor/employment law. You will gain substantial hands-on experience, take on meaningful client responsibilities, and contribute to significant legal matters that affect communities and public institutions.
How to Apply: Apply online, or send your resume in confidence to jaimi.harper@gogpac.com. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Call/Text Jaimi Harper directly at (605)-679-9312 with questions about the position.
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.
