The role focuses on representing employers in federal and state court litigation, including wage and hour class actions, PAGA, and claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Core responsibilities also cover fact investigation, exposure analysis, discovery management, drafting pleadings and motions, legal research, and advising clients on complex employment law compliance.
Experience with alternative dispute resolution, client counseling, and workplace investigations is highly valued.
The team is led by experienced California Labor & Employment partners who previously worked at top global L&E boutique firms.
The position offers the flexibility of working remotely or in a hybrid arrangement.

Labor & Employment Defense Associate

5-7 PQE

Akerman LLP

5-7 PQE

Salary

$385,000 - $440,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

Labor & Employment · Class Action · Defense · Wage & Hour

Locations

San Diego · Los Angeles

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Overview

The role focuses on representing employers in federal and state court litigation, including wage and hour class actions, PAGA, and claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Core responsibilities also cover fact investigation, exposure analysis, discovery management, drafting pleadings and motions, legal research, and advising clients on complex employment law compliance.
Experience with alternative dispute resolution, client counseling, and workplace investigations is highly valued.
The team is led by experienced California Labor & Employment partners who previously worked at top global L&E boutique firms.
The position offers the flexibility of working remotely or in a hybrid arrangement.

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Last updated: August 25, 2026