Job Description
Job DescriptionFull-time Associate Attorney - Labor & EmploymentPosition Overview
We are looking for a full-time Associate Attorney with expertise in Labor and Employment law to join our growing practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil litigation, with particular emphasis on the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Wage & Hour laws. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development in a challenging and rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent and advise clients on a wide range of labor and employment matters, including but not limited to:
- Discrimination and harassment claims
- Wrongful termination
- Wage and hour disputes
- Employee classification issues
- Retaliation claims
- Workplace safety concerns
- Labor union negotiations and disputes
- Conduct legal research and analysis on complex labor and employment issues
- Draft and review various legal documents, including:
- Pleadings
- Motions
- Briefs
- Discovery requests and responses
- Settlement agreements
- Employment contracts
- Employee handbooks and policies
- Prepare and argue motions in state and federal courts
- Participate in all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and appeal
- Conduct depositions and witness interviews
- Assist in trial preparation and strategy development
- Represent clients in mediation, arbitration, and administrative hearings
- Advise clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
- Develop and deliver training programs for clients on various employment law topics
- Stay current with changes in labor and employment laws and regulations
- Contribute to the firm's business development efforts by participating in client pitches and networking events
- Mentor junior associates and paralegals
Qualifications | Required:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the California State Bar
- 3-5 years of experience practicing labor and employment law
- Strong background in civil litigation
- Proficiency in FEHA and Wage & Hour laws
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work