Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Jackson Lewis P.C.; United States; On-site; USD 255,000 - 277,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account

Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. is seeking an experienced Of Counsel attorney for its Riverside, CA office. The ideal candidate should have over 9 years of experience in employment litigation and a current California Bar admission. Responsibilities include defending lawsuits, advising employers, and representing them in various legal proceedings.

The expected salary range for this position is between $255,000 and $277,500, with eligibility for annual bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in employment litigation with significant first-chair experience.
• Current California Bar admission in good standing.
• Supervisory experience over associate and paralegal work.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims.
• Advise and train employers on labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court and arbitration.

Skills

Employment litigation

Legal writing

Oral communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Position Overview

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C. has 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide. This office in Riverside, CA seeks an Of Counsel attorney.

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $255,000 and $277,500. Compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. The position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

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.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 9+ years of experience in employment litigation with significant first‑chair experience managing litigation cases.
• Current California 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.