Wage and Hour Class Action Associate - West Los Angeles

Position Summary Ogletree Deakins is interested in connecting with experienced employment litigation attorneys in West Los Angeles and the surrounding Westside communities as we continue to grow our presence in the greater Los Angeles market. Position Summary Ogletree Deakins is interested in connecting with experienced employment litigation attorneys in West Los Angeles and the surrounding Westside communities as we continue to grow our presence in the greater Los Angeles market. We are particularly interested in attorneys with experience in wage and hour class and representative actions, PAGA, single-plaintiff employment litigation, or other complex employment matters. Relevant experience may include drafting motions and pleadings, managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, attending hearings and court conferences, conducting investigations, and handling matters through various stages of litigation. We welcome interest from attorneys at the Associate and Counsel levels who may be interested in learning more about the firm and potential opportunities. Attorneys have access to a variety of writing, publishing, speaking, and business development opportunities, as well as robust professional development programs designed to support continued growth. Requirements Requirements Juris Doctor and active California Bar membership in good standing. 3 or more years of litigation experience, preferably involving California employment law. Experience with wage and hour, class or representative actions, or single-plaintiff employment litigation is preferred. Strong analytical, research, writing, and communication skills. Wage Transparency 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 $275,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. A competitive hours-based bonus is also available. 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 several competitive annual bonus programs 401(k) plan affordable health 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 a paid parental leave on-ramping program Contact Information If you have questions, please e-mail Brittney Padilla at View email address on click.appcast.io with “Wage & Hour Attorney – Los Angeles" in the subject line. Please note that applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered. Firm Overview Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S. We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments. Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ogletree Deakins