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Associate Attorney
Glassrecruiters
Location : Palo Alto, CA, 94301
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : $275,000 - $360,000
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (MID-LEVEL)
Our client, a prominent
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LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (MID-LEVEL)
Location: Silicon Valley (Palo Alto), CAHYBRID
Our client, a prominentAmLaw 100international law firm, is seeking a talented mid-levelAssociate Attorneyto join its dynamic and growingLabor & Employment Practice GroupinPalo Alto. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a mix of sophisticated employment litigation and counseling matters within a collegial, fast-paced, and nationally recognized practice.
Candidate Profile
- JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwith an
- excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admissionin
- California , in good standing
- 4+ yearsof substantive experience in
- employment law
- Experiencelitigating employment disputes, with a strong interest in
- arbitration and
- trial work
- Exposure totransactional employment work, including drafting policies, agreements, EEOC position statements, and DFEH responses
- Skilled in conductingdepositions,
- witness interviews , and
- discovery
- Background incounselingemployers on
- federal and
- state employment law compliance
- preferred
- Experience assisting clients withworkplace training programsand
- policy development is a
- plus
- Superior legal research, writing, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
- Team-oriented mindset with a client-focused approach
Key Responsibilities
- Represent employersin employmentlitigationmatters, including
- arbitration and
- trial
- Draftandreviewemployment-related
- agreements ,
- workplace policies , and
- compliance documentation
- Prepare EEOC position statements,
- DFEH responses , and related filings
- Manage discovery, including conducting depositions and witness interviews
- Counsel employerson
- compliance with federal and state employment laws
- Assist clients with thedesign and implementationof workplace
- policies ,
- practices , and
- training programs
- Collaborate with senior attorneys todevelop case strategyand deliver practical, solutions-oriented client service
- Maintain strong client relationships through responsive and effective communication
Why Join Us?
This is anunparalleled opportunityto joinone of the nation’s premier employment law practices, known for itscutting-edge workandoutstanding track record of success. Associates in this group gain immediate exposure tohigh-profile litigation and counselingmatters, working directly with leading practitioners who are recognized as innovators and thought leaders in the field. The practice is distinguished for its collaborative culture, sophisticated client base, and commitment to professional excellence. Attorneys will not only receive hands-on trial and arbitration experience but will also benefit from exceptional mentorship, meaningful client contact, and accelerated career growth. With asupportive hybrid model,industry-leading resources, and aninternational platform, this role is ideally suited for ambitious attorneys who want to advance their careers at the very top of the employment law profession.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary starts at
- $275,000 ,+ as determined by experience and market factors
- Bonus Eligibility
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; paid time off; emergency childcare; 401(k)/retirement plans; and additional firm-sponsored perks
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit acover letter,resume,law school transcript, and awriting samplefor consideration.
Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Freqently Asked Questions
In Palo Alto's competitive legal market, mid-level attorneys often juggle complex employment litigation with proactive counseling on federal and state compliance. This dual focus sharpens trial skills while fostering client trust through strategic workplace policy guidance, crucial for thriving in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
Beyond active California bar admission, top candidates usually hold JD degrees from highly ranked law schools and demonstrate 4+ years handling employment disputes. Experience with arbitration, trial work, and drafting compliance policies enhances their appeal in Silicon Valley's demanding labor law sector.
Employment law associates must navigate dynamic regulations and manage high-stakes disputes often involving arbitration or trial. Unlike corporate or family law, they frequently counsel employers on compliance and policy development, requiring a blend of litigation prowess and strategic advisory skills.
Associates gain exposure to nationally recognized cases and mentorship from industry leaders, accelerating advancement. The hybrid work model and international platform at Glassrecruiters enable attorneys to build diverse skills, positioning them for partnership or specialized leadership roles in employment law.
Silicon Valley's demand for skilled employment attorneys is robust, but competition is steep due to the area's concentration of top-tier firms and tech companies. Candidates with strong litigation, arbitration experience, and California bar admission typically stand out among a deep talent pool.
Mid-level associate attorneys in Palo Alto often start with base salaries around $275,000, supplemented by bonuses and comprehensive benefits. This aligns with the high cost of living and the specialized expertise required in labor and employment litigation within this tech-driven region.
Glassrecruiters fosters growth through hands-on trial exposure, mentorship from renowned attorneys, and collaborative case strategy development. Their supportive hybrid model and cutting-edge resources help associates refine legal research, writing, and client counseling skills vital for career progression.
Given California's stringent regulations and Silicon Valley's innovative workplace culture, attorneys must adeptly handle complex issues like EEOC filings, DFEH responses, and policy drafting. Staying updated on evolving laws while tailoring advice to tech-sector norms is essential.
Glassrecruiters emphasizes a hybrid model with national and international case exposure, blending sophisticated employment litigation and counseling. Unlike some firms focused mainly on trial work, their associates also engage deeply in transactional tasks and client training programs.
Precision in legal research and drafting is paramount, especially when preparing EEOC statements, policy documents, and discovery materials. Glassrecruiters looks for attorneys with meticulous attention to detail who can deliver clear, persuasive analyses tailored to complex employment disputes.
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