Employment Litigation Associate

Duties and Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges
• Advises, counsels, and trains employers on various employment and labor law issues
• Represents 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

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

Qualifications

This position is for an Associate attorney for the firm’s San Francisco, CA office.

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: