Labor and Employment Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a labor and employment attorney to join its San Diego office. The ideal candidate will have experience in public agency law and a passion for labor and employment matters. The role involves providing counsel to public school districts and other public agencies across California.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel on labor and employment matters.
• Draft and review employment contracts.
• Handle collective bargaining and contract grievances.
• Address issues of discrimination, retaliation, and misconduct.
• Manage layoffs, discipline, and dismissals.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in employment law, preferably in education or public agency law.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for advocating for educational institutions and public agencies.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Benefits

• Mentoring program.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative 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.