Employment Counseling Career Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented employment attorney with over five years of experience to join their Employment Law team in Sacramento, CA. The candidate should have strong academic credentials, law firm experience, and a commitment to client service and practical solutions. This role involves advising clients on workforce strategies and ensuring legal compliance.

Duties

• Advise clients on strategic workforce growth, employment policies, and compliance.
• Provide guidance to executives and HR leaders on employment matters.
• Support corporate transactions by advising on employment-related risks.
• Draft and negotiate employment agreements and related documents.
• Collaborate with technology and private equity clients to address employment challenges.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials and strong communication skills.
• Current associate in a Chambers-ranked Labor & Employment group.
• Member of the California State Bar or New York State Bar.
• Demonstrated professionalism and judgment in high-stakes situations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Member of the State Bar of California or New York.

Skills

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective communicator with stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through Flexible Time Off program.

This preeminent California firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. The Sacto office has strong litigation, IP, government, securities, finance, and antitrust practices. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable hour levels above 1,950.