Senior Associate Labor & Employment Law (Highprofile corporate acquisitions)

Location: Palo Alto

Our clients Labor team based in Palo Alto California is in search of exceptional lateral candidates (classes of) with comprehensive expertise in labor and employment law to represent some of the largest tech conglomerates globally. The cases involve highprofile corporate acquisitions and employmentrelated legal matters for prominent companies and executives.

Candidates open to relocation are encouraged to apply. The starting base salary for this position in Palo Alto is anticipated to range between $420000 to $435000 per annum. The actual salary will be determined based on qualifications relevant experience and other jobrelated criteria in compliance with applicable regulations.

The Labor team provides counsel on a wide array of matters including:

Various U.S. and international transactions

Employment procedures encompassing hiring and termination of executive and managementlevel personnel

Comprehensive strategies for workforce reductions

Preparation of offer letters wage theft notifications background checks and employment agreements

Advice on noncompetition agreements and other restrictive clauses

Handling employmentrelated demands and negotiating settlements

Conducting internal investigations especially for sensitive issues like harassment discrimination and whistleblowing

Crafting employee handbooks and policies and addressing labor union matters

Moreover associates joining us laterally benefit from an enhanced mentorship program tailored to address the unique challenges experienced attorneys encounter during career transitions.

These initiatives alongside our robust professional development opportunities and other benefits including our current hybrid work model* underscore the firms enduring dedication to nurturing its talent fostering a diverse culture and promoting inclusivity. Additionally we boast an extensive pro bono program enabling attorneys to contribute their time to causes they are passionate about with corresponding credit while addressing legal needs within the community.

*Our current hybrid work model involves office attendance from Monday through Thursday with provisions for remote work during specified periods throughout the year.

Requirements

1. Minimum 58 years of experience in Labor and Employment
   
2. To relocate / work from the Palo Alto Office.
   
3. Minimum 12 years of experience in advising clients on employmentrelated issues in the tech industry
   
4. Minimum 12 years of experience in corporate acquisitions