Closing Date: 23rd July, 2032
Description:
Description: Fox Rothschild has an opening in the San Francisco office for an Associate in our Labor & Employment Department. The ideal candidate will have two to three years of relevant experience. We are not accepting resumes from search firms for this position at this time.Qualifications: Juris Doctorate (JD) required. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Experience in defending against single plaintiff litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and reasonable accommodation.
- Experience with PAGA matters.
- Experience with class and representatives' actions preferred.
- Ability to handle day‑to‑day case responsibilities with moderate independence and in collaboration with senior attorneys.
- Strong research, writing skills, and academic record.
- Experience drafting and responding to initial pleadings and discovery.
- Experience drafting and arguing motions, and deposition experience.
- Experience providing employment counseling on federal and state employment laws and regulations is preferred but not required.
- The firm's general expectation is that attorneys work in the office an average of three days a week.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.