Labor and Employment Attorney

California, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 140000 - 220000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is a distinguished law firm seeking a dedicated Labor and Employment Attorney to join their Labor and Employment Law Practice Group. This role is focused on serving public sector clients and offers a unique opportunity to provide high-level legal advice on employment and traditional labor matters.

Unlike typical firms our client operates as a unique public law firm handling government work through private competitive bidding. This is a chance to step away from the churn of standard BigLaw and focus on meaningful work that directly impacts communities all while enjoying a culture that genuinely values inclusion and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal counsel to public sector and private clients regarding employment and traditional labor matters.
Handle a heavy volume of transactional labor and employment work.
Conduct high-level legal research writing and analysis.
Assist in employment litigation matters.

Qualifications

Experience: 38 years of experience in labor and employment transactional law.
Bar Admission: Active membership in the California Bar.
Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Background: Experience dealing with public law work (e.g. from boutique firms Am Law or City Attorneys offices).
Skills: Exceptional writing research and analytical capabilities.

Why Join

Flexibility: High flexibility with Remote or Hybrid options (90-95% of teams work remotely).
Compensation: $140k$220k base salary (commensurate with experience) Annual performance-based bonuses Billable hour bonuses.
Reasonable Hours: Billable hour requirement is 1850.
Growth: No book of business required for Tier 1 partnership; promotions are based on experience and drive not just rainmaking.
Culture: Robust DEI Committee Mentor Circles program and a Buddy System for new associates.
Benefits: Competitive health insurance 401(k) with partial match and annual budgets for telecommuting and professional development.