Associate Attorney OpportunityRobert Half's long-term client, a highly respected labor and employment law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of working people and labor organizations, is adding an associate attorney to their team. Known for providing big-firm quality representation within a collaborative, small-firm environment, they boast an incredibly stable team where attorneys stay for decades.This associate attorney should have 3+ years of experience. This role focuses heavily on federal court litigation involving employee benefits and multi-employer trust funds (pension plans).
The caseload is roughly 20 matters, focusing on discovery, data analysis, motion practice, and active negotiation.Type: Hybrid in Glendale.Structure: Daily onsite for the first 2 weeks of training. Thereafter, 3 days onsite / 2 days remote (flexible coordination with support staff; court or mediation days count toward onsite requirements).Hours: Standard business hours (approx. 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM).Key responsibilities include:Propound and respond to civil discovery in federal court.Review spreadsheets and data sets tracking financial/payment contributions to input into internal systems.Draft substantive motions and legal memoranda.Maintain frequent, close communication with clients and trust fund administrators.Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel (the vast majority of cases resolve post-discovery or via mediation; non-jury/bench trials are rare).Compensation and billable hours:Base Salary: Generally starting at $135,000 for a 3rd-year associate, with a 4% automatic increase for each subsequent year of experience.Billable Requirement: 1850 hours per year (with an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance).Bonuses: Discretionary year-end bonus + additional performance bonuses for exceeding monthly billable targets.Stellar benefits package (eligible after 3 months) includes:Health Insurance: 100% firm-covered medical premiums for the employee and their family.Retirement: Funded 401(k) plus a profit-sharing plan with a 11% firm contribution, regardless of employee contribution match.Commuter Perks: Fully covered parking or public transportation reimbursement.Time Off: 11 paid holidays per year, plus a generous vacation and sick leave package.Firm Culture: Exceptionally family-friendly.
The partnership actively accommodates personal obligations, school events, and family needs.