Labor and Employment Law Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dedicated Labor and Employment Law Attorney for its Sacramento, CA office. This role offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful work, collaborate with a dynamic team, and impact communities across California. Candidates with a passion for public agency work and a strong foundation in employment law are encouraged to apply, whether they are early in their career or seasoned professionals.

Duties

• Advise public agency clients on personnel matters, including hiring, discipline, and termination.
• Handle cases related to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and employee leave laws.
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, grievance arbitrations, and collective bargaining negotiations.
• Assist clients with labor compliance, policy development, and internal investigations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices on complex, high-impact cases.

Requirements

• Strong interest and/or experience working with public agencies or school districts.
• Knowledge of California labor and employment laws.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment.
• California Bar admission required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Mentoring program.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Community engagement projects.
• Collaborative work environment.

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.