Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Jackson Lewis P.C.; California; Vor Ort; USD 280.000 - 308.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

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

Zusammenfassung

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Los Angeles, CA seeks an Of Counsel attorney with a proven track record in employment litigation to join its California office.

The ideal candidate has a JD, 9+ years of employment litigation experience, CA Bar admission, and strong leadership skills to supervise associates and paralegals while guiding cases from filing to resolution. The firm offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility.

Qualifikationen

• JD from accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 9+ years' experience in employment litigation with significant experience managing and running litigation cases in a first-chair capacity.
• Current CA Bar admission in good standing.
• Supervisory experience over associate and paralegal work (delegating assignments and providing feedback).
• In-depth 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.

Aufgaben

• 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
• Represent employers in court and 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
• Class Action/ PAGA experience preferred but not required

Kenntnisse

Litigation management

First-chair leadership

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Team leadership

Project management

Detail-oriented

Time management

Professionalism and teamwork

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar Admission

Jobbeschreibung

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 Of Counsel attorney for the firm’s Los Angeles, 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
• Represent employers in court and 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
• Class Action/ PAGA experience preferred but not required

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• 9+years of experience in employment litigation with significant experience managing and running litigation cases in a first-chair capacity
• Current CA Bar admission in good standing
• Supervisory experience over associate and paralegal work (delegating assignments and providing feedback)
• In-depth 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 $280,000-$307,500. 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

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. For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.