Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Jackson Lewis • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Jackson Lewis P.C. is hiring an Of Counsel attorney for its Los Angeles, California office. The firm focuses on employment and labor law and supports employers with proactive strategies, policies, and business-oriented solutions. The attorney will litigate and defend employment-related claims, advise and train employers, and represent employers in court, arbitration, administrative proceedings, and mediations. The role includes significant responsibility for managing cases and supervising associate and paralegal work.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials.
• At least 9 years of experience in employment litigation, including significant experience managing and running litigation cases in a first-chair capacity.
• Current California Bar admission in good standing.
• Supervisory experience over associate and paralegal work, including delegating assignments and providing feedback.
• In-depth understanding of current state and federal agency 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 and PAGA experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court and arbitration, before administrative agencies, and at mediations in employment matters, including class and collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
• Manage and run litigation cases in a first-chair capacity.
• Supervise associate and paralegal work by delegating assignments and providing feedback.

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligible for annual bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree