Company: Ogletree Deakins
Position: Labor and Employment Associate
Location: San Diego, CA
Description: Ogletree Deakins’ San Diego City 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.
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. With offices throughout the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico, the firm represents a diverse range of clients and has a reputation for legal excellence and responsive client service. Unlike many other firms, we provide our attorneys with hands-on writing, publishing, and speaking opportunities and access to robust professional development training programs. The firm also offers a generous benefits package to all eligible employees.
Contact: Brittney Padilla – brittney.padilla@ogletreedeakins.com
Qualifications:
- 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 2+ years of experience practicing in the field of California labor and employment law. Civil litigation and/or trial experience is also a plus.
- 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.
Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position.
Applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.