ClientTeam Counsel

Position Summary

Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management, has an opportunity in its California offices for an experienced litigator seeking a role with increased flexibility without giving up the challenge of a full-cycle litigation practice. This highly flexible role will allow the right candidate to work remotely without the administrative and client‑development demands of a shareholder/partner track position.

This role will focus on efficient, effective legal work with a lower billable hours target than our full‑time shareholder track attorneys.

• Defending employers in employment litigation, primarily single/multi‑plaintiff lawsuits.
• Developing defense strategy, performing legal research, drafting pleadings, managing discovery‑related activities (including motion practice), and drafting dispositive motions.
• From time to time, depending on jurisdiction and location, taking or defending depositions, arguing motions, participating in mediation, trial or other aspects of a lawsuit that require in‑person presence.
• Being included in the firm’s annual all‑attorney retreat and have access to the firm’s extensive learning and development resources.
• Remote work requires a high level of self‑motivation, accountability for work product, and responsiveness.

• Actively licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of residence and in California.
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant employment litigation experience, either in‑house or for a law firm.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills, strong organizational skills, ability to multitask, and dedication to client service.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and work collaboratively with attorneys, administrative professionals, and clients, including excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must reside in a state where the firm has a physical office.
• Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

In accordance with applicable state wage transparency laws, the expected salary range varies by location:
Colorado $180,000‑$198,000;
New York $180,000‑$198,000;
California $190,000‑$209,000;
Washington $180,000‑$198,000;
Washington D.C. $180,000‑$198,000;
Maryland $180,000‑$198,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job‑related factors as permitted by law. The Final date to receive applications for this position is December 31, 2025.

Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our attorneys, including comprehensive training and development programs, an annual firm‑wide Attorney Retreat, CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement, competitive annual bonus programs, 401(k) plan, affordable health, life, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, backup childcare program, and a paid parental leave on‑ramping program.

If you have questions, please e‑mail Erika Heyder‑Seeley der‑ with “Client Team Counsel” in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e‑mail will not be considered.

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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Legal

Law Practice