Employment Litigation Associate

Position Summary

Ogletree Deakins’ Los Angeles office has an opportunity for an Associate to join the firm’s employment litigation practice. The attorney will focus on defending clients in single and multi-plaintiff employment litigation (in court and arbitration) and investigating and responding to administrative charges. For those with an interest, the position also offers opportunities to provide advice and counsel on employment law-related matters, including handbook and policy preparation, training opportunities, and other day-to-day employment needs.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor
• Qualified candidates must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in California
• Must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice throughout employment
• Candidates should possess at least 3+ years of experience practicing in the field of California labor and employment law
• Civil litigation and/or trial experience is also a plus, or 3+ years of extensive trial or litigation experience (conducting and defending depositions and arguing motions)
• Job requires excellent analytical and writing skills; strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task; passion for client service and practice development
• Excellent academics are expected

Benefits

• In accordance with California’s amended labor code as stated in Senate Bill 1162, the expected salary range for this California position is between $230,000 and $287,500
• Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law
• This position qualifies for the benefits below
• Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our attorneys including: 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 to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, employee assistance program, back-up childcare program, and a paid parental leave on-ramping program