Labor Of Counsel Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor Of Counsel Attorney for its Sacramento, CA office. This role focuses on traditional labor relations, providing legal advice and counsel to employers on federal and California workplace laws. The position involves representing management in various labor-related matters and advising on compliance with state and federal regulations.

Duties

• Handle unfair labor practice charges at the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
• Conduct research and draft legal documents.
• Represent management in NLRB elections.
• Advise employers on union organizing and corporate campaigns.
• Negotiate and advise on collective bargaining agreements.
• Manage grievance, arbitration, and unfair labor practice proceedings.
• Obtain mass picketing injunctions.
• Advise on wage and hour issues, leave management, and disability accommodations.
• Review handbooks, policies, and forms for legal compliance.
• Review compensation, commission, and bonus plans.
• Conduct management training on labor relations and workplace issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum 9 years of litigation or advisory experience as an attorney.
• Traditional labor experience preferred.
• Experience in federal and/or California advice and counsel work preferred.
• CA Bar Admission required.
• Understanding of current state and federal agency enforcement techniques preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California Bar.

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required.
• Willingness to travel for business purposes.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.