Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Jackson Lewis P.C. is a law firm focused on employment and labor law since 1958, with over 1,000 attorneys nationwide. They help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies, and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces. The firm is ranked nationally in Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in Employment Law and Labor Law for Management by U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. This position is for an Associate attorney in the firm’s Los Angeles, CA office.

Requirements

JD from ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
6-8 years of experience
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

Nice To Haves

Class Action/PAGA experience preferred but not required
Employment law background strongly preferred

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 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