Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C. has been focused on labor and employment law since 1958. With over 1,000 attorneys located in major cities nationwide, we consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects with business.

We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies, and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable, and diverse, sharing our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for every employee's contribution.

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The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.

S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms".

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

The salary range for this position applies to our California offices and reflects various factors considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, education, licensure and / or certifications, geographic location, market demands, and other business and organizational needs.

The expected salary range for this position is $177,000-$262,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Duties and 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.
• Class Action / PAGA experience preferred but not required.
• 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.

Skills and Educational Requirements :

• JD from ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ 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.

Jackson Lewis understands that embracing our differences makes us a stronger, better firm. We appreciate the importance of having a workforce that reflects the various communities in which we work, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse employees want to work and can flourish professionally.

In furtherance of our culture, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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