Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.

$230K — $250K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • JD from ABA accredited law school with strong academic credentials
  • 4-6 years of experience in employment law preferred
  • Current CA Bar admission in good standing
  • Understanding of state and federal agency procedures
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Commitment to professionalism and teamwork

Responsibilities

  • Defend and litigate a variety of employment-related lawsuits
  • Advise and train employers on labor law issues
  • Represent employers in court, arbitration, and mediations
  • Handle class/collective actions and discrimination cases
  • Manage cases involving wage and hour disputes and employment torts

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with firm contributions
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts available
  • Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
  • Access to an employee assistance program and additional benefits
Full Job Description
This position is for an Associate 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 - 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 #LI-AI1 #LI-Hybrid #associate

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