Employment and Labor Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate to join its Employment and Labor practice group in Palo Alto. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in employment law, with a focus on both counseling and litigation.

Duties

• Provide day-to-day counseling to clients on employment law matters.
• Support employment aspects of M&A transactions.
• Engage in employment litigation as needed.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of broad experience in employment law.
• High level of motivation and initiative.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

Education

• Juris Doctor from a nationally recognized law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• 10 paid holidays annually.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.