This position is for an Associate Attorney for the firm's Orange County, 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