CALIFORNIA MINORITY COUNSEL Program
Labor & Employment Associate
CALIFORNIA MINORITY COUNSEL Program, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
Ogletree Deakins’ San Diego office has an opportunity for an Associate to join the firm’s employment litigation practice. 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.
In accordance with California’s amended labor code as stated in Senate Bill 1162, the expected salary range for this California position is between $210,000 and $262,500. 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.
Benefits
Comprehensive training and development programs including an annual firm‑wide Attorney Retreat
CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement
Competitive annual bonus programs
401(k) plan
Affordable health, life, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and/or health care expenses
Teladoc 24/7 access to a doctor by phone or online video
Employee assistance program
Back‑up childcare program
Paid parental leave on‑ramping program
Duties and Responsibilities 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.
Qualifications and Prior Experience
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.
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.
How to Apply Please apply here.
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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.
In accordance with California’s amended labor code as stated in Senate Bill 1162, the expected salary range for this California position is between $210,000 and $262,500. 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.
Benefits
Comprehensive training and development programs including an annual firm‑wide Attorney Retreat
CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement
Competitive annual bonus programs
401(k) plan
Affordable health, life, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and/or health care expenses
Teladoc 24/7 access to a doctor by phone or online video
Employee assistance program
Back‑up childcare program
Paid parental leave on‑ramping program
Duties and Responsibilities 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.
Qualifications and Prior Experience
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.
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.
How to Apply Please apply here.
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