Labor and Employment Attorney

A law firm in San Diego is seeking a Labor and Employment Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney with a strong interest in working on behalf of public agencies. Administrative hearing experience is a plus. The candidate must possess excellent academic credentials, as well as strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to public agencies in labor and employment matters.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and case preparation.
• Draft legal documents such as complaints, answers, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings and other proceedings.
• Advise clients on compliance with labor and employment laws and regulations.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Stay updated on changes and developments in labor and employment law.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong interest in labor and employment law and working with public agencies.
• Administrative hearing experience is a plus.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Knowledge of labor and employment laws and regulations.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

This full-service education and public agency firm maintains eight locations throughout California, serving municipal, county, and college districts as well as universities. Attorneys with a sense of humor and strong research, writing, and collaborative skills will thrive in the firm's friendly, team-oriented environment; these attorneys offer the firm's clients expertise in matters of personnel, funding, education, and administration, as well as litigation in all practice areas.