Class Action Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 208,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Holidays & Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. has a Seattle office and a long history in employment and labor law. The firm defends agency charges and wage-hour class actions and provides counseling to employers to minimize risk and liability.

The Seattle position emphasizes courtroom exposure, broad employment matters, and client-focused strategy. Competitive benefits accompany a strong emphasis on professional development and client service.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 3+ years of experience in Class Action litigation defense.
• Admitted to the Washington Bar and in good standing.
• Strong desire for early courtroom exposure.
• Understanding of current agency enforcement techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle defense of agency charges and wage and hour/class actions, plus counseling for employers.
• Advise and train employers on employment laws and regulations.
• Represent employers in court, before agencies, in mediations and arbitrations in employment matters.

Skills

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Class Action litigation

Washington Bar

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

This position will be located in our Seattle office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Will handle defense of agency charges of discrimination, lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims, including wage and hour class/collective actions, and advice and counseling involving similar issues
• Advise and train employers on a wide range of employment laws and regulations, including anti-discrimination laws
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in a broad range of employment matters, including discrimination, contract, employment tort, wage and hour, and non‑compete cases

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA‑accredited law school
• 3+ years of experience in Class Action litigation defense work
• Admitted to the Washington Bar and in good standing
• Strong desire for early courtroom exposure
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) enforcement techniques
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills

For Washington, the expected salary range for this position is between $207,500 and $245,000. Thisposition is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based onexperience and other factors permitted by law.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• 12 firm-paid holidays, paid vacation, and 1 hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits.

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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.