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Labor and Employment Litigation Attorney

Ogletree Deakins
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/7/2026
Position Summary

Ogletree Deakins is seeking an experienced Labor and Employment Litigation Attorney to join its dynamic and long-established practice, representing premier local and national employers. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in employment and labor law, with expertise in labor arbitrations, unfair labor practice charges, collective bargaining, union campaigns, and related areas. Traditional labor work is a key component of this role.

In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity to be part of our expanding employment litigation defense practice, taking on a significant role in litigation with extensive contact with clients and opposing counsel. This is an excellent opportunity for proactive and passionate attorneys who are eager to assume a high-level role within a sophisticated practice. The position involves significant responsibilities in all aspects of labor and employment law, requiring extensive interaction with clients, governmental agencies, and opposing counsel.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor. Qualified candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of California. During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice. Must have California license.
  • Candidates must possess at least 3 years of traditional labor experience.
  • Excellent analytical and writing skills are required.
  • Strong writing and public speaking skills are required.

Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position.

Benefits

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 $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.

Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our attorneys including: 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, and 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, and a paid parental leave on-ramping program.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please e-mail Brittney Padilla at Brittney.Padilla@ogletreedeakins.com with “California - Labor and Employment Litigation Attorney” in the subject line. Please note, 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.

Salary : $210,000 - $275,000

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