Associate Attorney Employment Law | HYBRID
Job Description
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, Jr. to mid-level associate to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law counseling and litigation, with experience representing employers in a variety of forums and advising clients on compliance and risk mitigation.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advise clients on a wide range of employment law issues, including:
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- Paid Sick Leave
- Discrimination and retaliation
- Wage and hour compliance
- Emerging issues such as the use of artificial intelligence in employment practices
- Represent employers in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and mediations involving:
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- Harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims
- Wage and hour violations
- Breach of contract
- Other employment-related disputes
- Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions, in both federal and state courts
- Prepare and respond to pleadings and discovery requests
- Prepare and conduct depositions
- Prepare position statements and responses to administrative charges before federal and state agencies
- Conduct witness interviews and fact investigations in preparation for litigation and agency responses
- Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements, including:
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- Employment contracts
- Non-compete and restrictive covenant agreements
- Severance agreements
- Other duties, projects, and assignments as required
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The below-listed qualifications and experience are required to perform this job:
- Experience counseling clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
- Admitted to practice in California
- 2-5 years of relevant employment law experience
- Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Qualified to practice law in California
- Active member in good standing with the California Bar Association
Office Attendance: Hybrid;
Mandatory 3 days per week inclusive of Monday; additional days in office as required by the firm or based on client needs
Years of Experience: 2-5 Years
Compensation: $180k - 200k+ depending on experience
\nCompany Description
De Vore Recruiting is a boutique staffing firm. We call it Healthy Hiring... because finding great talent shouldn't be painful.
Company Description
De Vore Recruiting is a boutique staffing firm. We call it Healthy Hiring... because finding great talent shouldn't be painful.