Wage and Hour Class Action Associate

Ogletree Deakins • San Francisco, CA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ogletree Deakins is seeking a Wage and Hour Class Action attorney to join its expanding practice. The attorney may join as an associate, on track toward shareholder with the opportunity to grow a business, or as a counsel attorney on an alternative track. The position can be based at any Ogletree Deakins California office. It offers a flexible work schedule and the opportunity to work from home occasionally; candidates must reside near an Ogletree Deakins California office.

The attorney will work on wage and hour class action matters, including drafting motions, pleadings, position statements, dispositive motions, employee handbooks, and policies; attending court conferences; handling discovery-related activities and investigations; and conducting legal research. The role offers writing, publishing, and speaking opportunities, as well as professional development programs, in a collegial environment.

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance. Ogletree Deakins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity within the legal profession and workplace.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor.
• Must be licensed to practice law and remain in good standing in California.
• Must meet continuing licensure requirements during employment.
• At least 4 years of California Wage and Hour Class Action experience.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft motions and pleadings.
• Attend court conferences.
• Handle discovery-related activities and investigations.
• Draft position statements and dispositive motions.
• Draft employee handbooks and policies.
• Perform legal research.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and development programs, including an annual firm-wide Attorney Retreat.
• CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement.
• Several competitive annual bonus programs.
• 401(k) plan.
• Affordable health and life insurance, including dental and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and/or health care expenses.
• Employee assistance program.
• Back-up childcare program.
• Paid parental leave on-ramping program.

What This Job Offers

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