Aionios LLC · 1 month ago
Labor and Employment Associate
Costa Mesa, CA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$250K/yr - $355K/yr
5+ years expAionios LLC is a top global law firm seeking a mid to senior-level Labor & Employment Associate to join its California team. The role involves handling complex employment litigation for major clients, with a focus on wage and hour class actions and PAGA claims, while benefiting from structured mentorship in a collaborative environment.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Defend wage and hour class actions and PAGA claims in state and federal court
Handle FEHA matters including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination
Manage litigation strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial prep
Represent clients before EEOC, DFEH, DLSE, and other agencies
Conduct compliance audits and provide strategic risk counseling
Advise on arbitration agreements, employment policies, and litigation avoidance strategies
Qualification
Required
5–8 years of employment litigation experience in a law firm setting
Deep experience in wage and hour class actions and PAGA defense
Familiarity with FEHA and administrative litigation
California Bar admission required
Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Client-first mindset, with the ability to manage multiple matters independently
Preferred
Experience defeating class certification and handling depositions is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k), paid parental leave, PTO, and wellness programs
DEI-focused benefits and affinity groups
Company
Aionios LLC
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2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase