Wage and Hour Class Action Associate

Ogletree Deakins; California (MO); On-site; USD 210,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health/Life/Dental/Vision Insurance

CLE reimbursement

Annual bonus programs

Job summary

Ogletree Deakins, a premier labor and employment law firm, seeks a Wage and Hour Class Action Associate to join their California practice. This role focuses on complex wage-and-hour litigation and advisory work, with paths to partnership-track for associates or flexible schedules for counsel.

The ideal candidate is a California-licensed JD with 4+ years of wage-and-hour experience, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to manage discovery, draft motions, and contribute to policy

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) licensed to practice law in California.
• In good standing in the state of California.
• 4+ years of Wage and Hour Class Action experience in California.

Responsibilities

• Drafting motions, pleadings, and position statements.
• Attending court conferences and managing discovery-related activities.
• Performing legal research and drafting employee handbooks and policies.
• Opportunity to build a comprehensive employment practice with firm support for writing and speaking engagements.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting motions

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

jobs Verified: 31 Aug 2026 California (Any Ogletree Deakins office location)

Wage and Hour Class Action Associate

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Organising Institution / Firm

Ogletree Deakins

Rolling Basis (Official)

California (Any Ogletree Deakins office location)

$210,000 – $275,000

Juris Doctor; licensed to practice law and in good standing in California; 4+ years of Wage and Hour Class Action experience in California.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Ogletree Deakins, a premier labor and employment law firm, is seeking a Wage and Hour Class Action Associate or Counsel to join their expanding practice. This role focuses on complex employment litigation and advisory work, offering paths for both partnership-track associates and flexible-schedule counsel.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Degree: Juris Doctor (JD).
• Licensure: Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of California.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of specific experience in Wage and Hour Class Action law within California.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Drafting motions, pleadings, and position statements.
• Attending court conferences and managing discovery-related activities.
• Performing legal research and drafting employee handbooks and policies.
• Opportunity to build a comprehensive employment practice with firm support for writing and speaking engagements.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

• Salary Range: $210,000 – $275,000 per annum (adjusted based on experience and location).
• Benefits: Includes 401(k), health/life/dental/vision insurance, CLE reimbursement, and annual bonus programs.

For inquiries regarding the role, contact Brittney Padilla at [e-mail]. Please include "California - Wage and Hour Class Action Associate" in the subject line.

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