Employment & Labor Associate

About the Company

Cooley LLP is a premier global law firm with over 1,500 attorneys across 19 offices worldwide. With a reputation for partnering with innovative companies, investors, and entrepreneurs, Cooley is a go-to for high-growth businesses at every stage of their lifecycle. The firm is privately held, not VC-backed, and consistently ranked among the top in technology, employment, corporate, and litigation practices.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on a wide range of employment law matters including hiring, terminations, workplace policies, wage and hour compliance, and employee disputes
• Provide employment support on M&A and other transactional matters
• Assist in drafting and reviewing employment agreements, handbooks, and separation agreements
• Support litigation strategy and handle portions of employment disputes or litigation
• Conduct internal investigations for clients as needed

Job Requirements:

• JD from a nationally recognized law school
• 1–3 years of employment law experience at a law firm
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in both employment counseling and litigation
• Licensed to practice in California or eligible to waive in
• Experience with M&A-related employment issues – preferred
• Background handling internal investigations – preferred
• Prior tech or startup client experience – preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $225,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• what is your visa type?

Location:

• Palo Alto, CA 94304 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person