Summer Associate

2023-10-12

Full Time

Description

Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. Summer Associate Job Description- Jackson Lewis Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. Jackson Lewis is seeking a Summer Associate. The goal of our program is to acquaint our Summer Associates with the firm and its practice and to provide “real law experience” that will prove beneficial to their future professional careers. Summer Associates will be exposed to a broad range of practice areas and professional experiences – all in employment law. This position can be located in any of our offices. For Los Angeles, the expected salary range for this position is between $70 and $83 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
The responsibilities of the Summer Associate will include:

Responsibilities:

Become familiar with the laws related to employment law
Assist with research, case analysis and drafting letters
Research memoranda and drafts/proposals for new legislation.

Requirements:

Strong academic performance
Excellent writing skills
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated interest in Employment Law
Must be starting second or third year of law school.

Jackson Lewis understands that embracing our differences makes us a stronger, better firm. We appreciate the importance of having a workforce that reflects the various communities in which we work, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse employees want to work and where they can flourish professionally. In furtherance of our culture, all qualified applicants will receive 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. Pay-rate: $83.00/hr. Jackson Lewis understands that embracing our differences makes us a stronger, better firm. We appreciate the importance of having a workforce that reflects the various communities in which we work and we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse employees want to work and where they can flourish professionally. In furtherance of our culture, all qualified applicants will receive 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. For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.