Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; California; On-site; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and disa

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick

Employee assistance program and other

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Orange County, CA, seeks an Associate Attorney with 4–6 years of employment law experience to defend and prosecute a wide range of claims. The role involves counseling employers, trial and arbitration work, and handling complex matters including class and collective actions.

JD from ABA-accredited school and CA Bar in good standing are required; strong communication, multitasking, and project management skills are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 4–6 years of employment law experience.
• Current CA Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of current agency procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Class Action/PAGA experience preferred but not required.
• Represent employers in court or arbitration, before administrative agencies, and at mediations in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Legal research

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Time management

Project management

Teamwork

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Active California Bar admission

4–6 years of employment law experience

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 is for an Associate Attorney for the firm’s Orange County, CA office.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues
• Class Action/PAGA experience preferred but not required
• Represent employers in court or arbitration, before administrative agencies, and at mediations in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases
  

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• 4-6 years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred
• Current CA Bar admission in good standing
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork
  

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $230,000 and $250,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.
Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• 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.