Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

O'Hagan Meyer

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Newport Beach, California, US on site Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 7, 2026 Last posted May 7, 2026
Job description

O’Hagan Meyer is seeking an attorney with three or more years of civil litigation experience to join its Labor & Employment department, based out of its Orange County, CA office. This is an ideal opportunity for an attorney looking to handle a wide-range of labor & employment matters involving cutting-edge topics and sophisticated, interesting clients. This associate will join a diverse practice group that handles single plaintiff employment litigation, and wage & hour class action litigation.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in civil litigation (preference in employment litigation)
  • Exposure to FEHA, agency complaint, wage & hour and other employment matters
  • Involved in discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparation
  • Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with partners
  • Juris doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school
  • License to practice in CA

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid schedule
  • Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment
  • Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters
  • Mentorship, training and development programs for associates
  • Competitive compensation and several bonus programs
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution
  • Robust benefits package; health insurance (medical, dental and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program.

Salary Range: $170,000 to $215,000

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

About this role

Summary

Handle labor and employment litigation, including discovery, depositions, and motions.

Job title

Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

law

Location requirements

Based in Newport Beach, CA; hybrid work allowed.

Salary

$170k–$215k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

civil litigationemployment lawdiscoverydepositionsmotionsoral advocacy

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

civil litigationemployment lawdiscoverydepositionstrial preparation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Hybrid City