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McDermott Will & Emery LLP has been recognized as the Top Firm to Work For in both The American Lawyer and Vault 2022 rankings. That’s because we put your career on the fast track from day one, helping you hone your legal skills through meaningful work and powerful mentorship.  As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality and authenticity as both a person and a lawyer. From our top-rated summer program to our award-winning professional development offerings and industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career—so you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

Our Los Angeles office is seeking an Associate with 3-4 years of experience to join our dynamic Employment Practice Group. 

Applications should be submitted online through our web apply portal. Questions can be directed to Amanda Ryan, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager, at apryan@mwe.com. 

 Job Requirements:

•  3-4 years of California employment advice and litigation experience, including preferably (but not required):
  •  experience in wage & hour class actions, discrimination and harassment claims, and non-compete/trade secret matters
  • experience in drafting and responding to discovery, and taking depositions or, at minimum, preparing for depositions
  •  experience in drafting motions
•  Excellent writing and analytical skills, along with a strong academic background
•  Must be admitted to practice in California

 Expected Pay Range for Associates: 2023/2022 Class Compensation Years: $215,000

                                                         2021 Class Compensation Years: $225,000

                                                          2020 Class Compensation Years: $250,000

                                                         2019 Class Compensation Years: $295,000

                                                           2018 Class Compensation Years: $345,000

                                                           2017 Class Compensation Years: $370,000

                                                           2016 Class Compensation Years: $400,000

                                                           2015 and more senior class compensation years: $415,000

 McDermott Will & Emery LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer(Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).

About McDermott Will & Emery LLP

If you’re passionate about your work and the difference it makes, if your clients’ success is your success and if you’re driven to be better every day, then we want you on our team. And there is no other team quite like McDermott. Even as we celebrate our differences and embrace our diverse perspectives, there is something we all share—a drive for constant improvement embedded in our DNA. It pushes us to be better partners to our clients, mentors to our associates, collaborators with our business professionals and change agents in our communities. We call it “#AlwaysBetter,” and it’s the McDermott mantra and our north star. Our clients see this firsthand in the way we help them pursue their boldest vision of tomorrow. They choose us, time and again, because we tirelessly pursue creative solutions to complex problems. And we work with them, as their trusted partners, every step of the way to make real progress toward their goals. We deliver on this commitment of #AlwaysBetter for our people too, providing best-in-class technology, extensive professional development and award-winning business development support. We know that nurturing a positive, high-performing—and,... yes, fun!—culture by investing in our people is critical to the long-term success of our Firm, and we make it a priority. That’s why more than 90% of our people consistently say they will go above and beyond to make McDermott succeed. In all that we do, this spirit shines through—leaving no doubt that our brightest, most exciting days are yet ahead. Join us.

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