Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

O'Hagan Meyer; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Collegial environment

Direct client interaction

Formal mentorship programs

Competitive compensation

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Robust benefits package

Job summary

A law firm in Sacramento, CA is looking for a Labor & Employment Associate with at least 2 years of litigation experience. This role involves handling various litigation matters focusing on employment law issues, including wage & hour matters and class action work. Candidates should demonstrate excellent writing and analytical skills, and be prepared for direct client interaction in a collegial environment. Competitive compensation and a robust benefits package are offered, including a flexible hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Wage & hour and PAGA experience is a plus.
• Demonstrate initiative and assume responsibility for matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of litigation matters.
• Work as part of a diverse practice group focused on employment law issues.
• Participate in commercial litigation and privacy litigation.

Skills

Labor and employment litigation experience

Outstanding writing skills

Strong research and analytical skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Licensed to practice law in California

Job description

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate with 2+ years of litigation experience to join our Sacramento, CA office. This is an ideal opportunity for an attorney looking to handle a wide range of litigation matters involving cutting-edge topics and sophisticated, interesting clients. This associate will join a diverse practice group that focuses on employment law issues, including single plaintiff FEHA matters, wage & hour matters, PAGA claims and class action work, as well as commercial litigation and privacy 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

• Labor and employment litigation experience is preferred; however other civil litigation experience is also welcome. Wage & hour and PAGA experience is also a plus.
• Candidates should demonstrate outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills, as well as strong academic credentials.
• The ideal candidate will also be highly motivated to be part of a busy national practice, demonstrate initiative, assume responsibility for matters (commensurate with level of experience), and possess the interpersonal and communication skills to work well as part of a large, collaborative team.
• Candidates must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in California.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters
• Formal mentorship, training and development programs for associates
• Competitive compensation and several annual 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: $150,000 - $200,000

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