Remote Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Remote Litigation Associate based in Pittsburgh, PA. This position involves defending and litigating employment-related claims and agency charges. The role is available nationwide in any state where the firm maintains an office.

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies.
• Handle class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 4+ years of experience in California employment litigation for Associate role.
• 9+ years of relevant California experience for Of Counsel level, with first chair capacity.
• Admission to the CA state bar and compliance with ethical requirements.
• Understanding of current state and federal agency procedures.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• 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

• Equal employment opportunity employer.
• 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.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.