Labor & Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis PC; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job description

Overview

• The firm has specialized in employment and labor law since 1958, employing over 1,000 attorneys nationwide, and assists employers in developing proactive strategies, strong policies, and business-oriented solutions for workforce management.
• The firm holds national First Tier rankings in Labor and Employment Litigation, Employment Law, and Labor Law (management-side) from U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms".
• Duties include defending and litigating a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges, representing employers in court, arbitration, administrative agencies, and mediations across various employment matters including class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
• The role also involves advising, counseling, and training employers on diverse employment and labor law issues.
• Class Action/PAGA experience is preferred, though not required, and a strong understanding of current state and federal agency procedures is essential.