Associate - Employment & Labor (Portland, Los Angeles or San Francisco )

Where Law and Innovation Meet

At Epstein Becker Green, you’ll build a career at the intersection of workforce management, health care, and life sciences. Since our founding in 1973—and across offices in key markets nationwide—we’ve taken an industry-focused approach to counseling, litigation, and regulatory work. From day one, you’ll contribute to high-impact projects across firm and client initiatives for organizations ranging from emerging companies to large enterprises, with access to mentorship and training and clear paths to expand your skills and responsibilities. You’ll join collaborative teams grounded in respect, inclusion, and practical problem-solving—so you can do your best work and see the results in real client outcomes.

Our reputation is reflected in independent rankings and awards, but we measure success by the impact you can make and the colleagues who help you make it. Our model supports cross-office collaboration, modern knowledge tools, and opportunities to explore adjacent practices and industry issues as your interests evolve. If you’re seeking a place to do sophisticated work, learn from supportive colleagues, and build a career with flexibility and purpose, look to Epstein Becker Green.

Epstein, Becker Green (EBG) is a national law firm that focuses its resources on health care, life sciences, and workforce solutions, coupled with powerful litigation strategies. Founded in 1973 as an industry-focused firm, EBG has decades of experience serving clients in health care, financial services, retail, hospitality and technology, and representing entities from startups to Fortune 100 companies. EBG is also one of the 2024 Law360 Employment Groups of the Year.

The San Francisco, Los Angeles, OR Portland office of Epstein Becker & Green is seeking an attorney to work in its national management-side Employment, Labor & Workforce Management (ELWM) practice.

Candidates should have three to five years employment law experience, with knowledge of federal and state labor & employment laws (e.g., wage and hour, trade secret law, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, ADEA, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, PAGA and similar state laws).

The ideal candidate should have experience handling all aspects of litigation, such as: interviewing witnesses, responding to discovery, drafting motions and briefs, taking and defending depositions, and court appearances. Candidates must possess strong academic credentials and have excellent communication and writing skills. Admission to practice law in California is mandatory.

The expected salary range for this position is $220,000 - $260,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and where applicable, licensure or certification obtained. Market and Firm factors are also considered. In addition to the base salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Epstein Becker Green is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable fair chance laws.