Traditional Labor Law Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Traditional Labor Law Associate for its San Diego, CA office. The role involves representing employers in traditional labor matters and providing advice on federal and California workplace laws. The position offers a hybrid work environment and requires a proactive approach to labor relations and compliance.

Duties

• Represent employers in unfair labor practice charges at the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
• Conduct research and draft legal documents.
• Advise on union organizing, corporate campaigns, and neutrality agreements.
• Negotiate and advise on collective bargaining agreements.
• Handle 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.
• Conduct management training on labor relations and workplace issues.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 4-6 years of experience in litigation or advisory roles.
• 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.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.

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.