Public Entity Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Sausalito, CA, is seeking a skilled Public Entity Labor and Employment Associate Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience in labor and employment law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in representing public sector clients, such as cities, counties, and special districts, and possess the ability to handle a wide range of legal matters independently while providing exceptional client service.

Duties:

• Handle labor and employment matters for public and/or private clients, with a focus on public sector clients.
• Prepare labor and employment cases for trial/arbitration, including participation in trials, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings.
• Provide legal advice and support on collective bargaining, administrative proceedings before the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB), and employee benefit/PERS issues.
• Conduct depositions of percipient witnesses and expert witnesses in labor and employment cases.
• Draft motions for summary judgment and other legal documents in labor and employment cases.
• Develop and execute discovery plans.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on specific timelines.
• Support senior attorneys in providing labor and employment advice, including preparing legal memorandums and opinions.
• Interface with clients professionally and competently on legal and strategic issues.
• Take ownership of matters and develop litigation plans or courses of action.
• Demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and impeccable judgment.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience handling labor and employment matters, with a focus on public sector clients, is preferred.
• Experience with trials, arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and collective bargaining.
• Strong deposition and law and motion experience.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter with excellent follow-through.

Skills:

• Proficiency in labor and employment law, particularly in the public sector.
• Strong litigation and trial advocacy skills.
• Legal research and writing.
• Client relationship management.
• Strategic planning and case management.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.
• Additional certifications or training in labor and employment law are preferred.