Sheppard Mullin's Labor & Employment group, one of the largest and most prestigious in the US, has over 150 attorneys firmwide, with the San Francisco group comprising 35 attorneys and continuing to grow.
The practice advises employers of all sizes, from Fortune 100 companies to high-tech startups, across all aspects of employment advice, counseling, disputes, litigation, international employment and mobility, and union management relations.
The practice holds considerable expertise in workplace matters including wage and hour, class and collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, employment agreements, layoffs, and ERISA.
The role requires deep experience with class and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) representative actions.
The associate will be responsible for taking ownership of cases, leading through class certification, researching, writing, and arguing motions, conducting complex fact investigations and analysis, and taking and defending depositions.
Candidates must possess strong litigation skills and high grades.
This position requires a minimum of three days in the office, and remote roles are not being considered.

Labor & Employment Litigation Associate

5+ PQE · September 8, 2026 (2 months ago)

Sheppard

5+ PQE · September 8, 2026 (2 months ago)

Salary

$365,000 - $390,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

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

Location

San Francisco

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Overview

Sheppard Mullin's Labor & Employment group, one of the largest and most prestigious in the US, has over 150 attorneys firmwide, with the San Francisco group comprising 35 attorneys and continuing to grow.
The practice advises employers of all sizes, from Fortune 100 companies to high-tech startups, across all aspects of employment advice, counseling, disputes, litigation, international employment and mobility, and union management relations.
The practice holds considerable expertise in workplace matters including wage and hour, class and collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, employment agreements, layoffs, and ERISA.
The role requires deep experience with class and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) representative actions.
The associate will be responsible for taking ownership of cases, leading through class certification, researching, writing, and arguing motions, conducting complex fact investigations and analysis, and taking and defending depositions.
Candidates must possess strong litigation skills and high grades.
This position requires a minimum of three days in the office, and remote roles are not being considered.

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Last updated: November 10, 2026