The practice defends employers in complex wage and hour class and collective actions and other employment-related litigation in state and federal courts throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.
Substantial experience is required in litigating claims under Oregon wage and hour laws enforced by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Candidates should have demonstrated experience managing complex wage and hour litigation matters from inception through resolution, including developing litigation strategy, specifically for class and collective actions.
Significant experience should include drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, and other substantive briefing.
Experience managing written discovery and complex discovery issues, as well as taking and defending depositions.
Experience preparing for and arguing key motions, including class certification and decertification motions.
Proficiency in analyzing various wage and hour issues, such as exemption classifications, regular rate and overtime calculations, meal and rest period practices, payroll and wage statement issues, and final pay claims.

Wage & Hour Litigation Attorney

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