Labor and Employment Defense Attorney at K2 Ascend

Labor & Employment Attorney – Defense

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Type: Full-Time, Hybrid

Salary Range: $155,000 – $225,000 base + performance bonus

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established Los Angeles-based law firm, is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney (defense side) to join its team. This position offers a highly competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, a comprehensive benefits package, and a clear career track with excellent prospects for advancement. For those who commit and perform, this is an opportunity to grow within a respected practice.

What You’ll Do

● Represent clients in a range of labor and employment matters, including litigation and advisory work

● Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda, and manage discovery

● Oversee cases from inception through resolution, including depositions and trial preparation

● Provide strategic legal counsel on employment-related issues

● Work both independently and collaboratively within the firm’s legal team

What You Bring

● Minimum of 5 years of experience in labor and employment law (defense side)

● Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with the ability to draft clear, persuasive legal documents

● Proven ability to manage multiple cases effectively in a fast-paced environment

● Experience with public entity law is preferred but not required

● Active California Bar license in good standing

Want to Stand Out?

We invite candidates to record a short video to introduce themselves and share why this opportunity excites them. Keep it low-pressure and authentic — we’d love to hear directly from you.

Video submission link:

https://record.interview.video/j/ascend-with-k2