Senior Attorney, Labor and Employment

LOCATION: West LA

PAY RANGE: $190K - $250K

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support senior attorney in labor and employment litigation cases.
• Assist in developing strategies to address and resolve employment-related disputes.
• Conduct thorough legal research on labor and employment laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Advise clients on labor and employment issues, including but not limited to employment contracts, workplace policies, and compliance matters.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Assist in negotiating and drafting employment agreements, separation agreements, and other related documents.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients by understanding their business needs and providing strategic legal advice.
• Collaborate with clients to develop proactive solutions to employment-related challenges.
• Stay informed about developments in labor and employment law and share knowledge with the team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of overall experience managing cases, overseeing discovery, taking, and defending depositions, drafting pleadings, writing briefs, and preparing and arguing motions.
• Experience representing employers in litigation matters regarding employee relations, wrongful termination, employment discrimination claims, employee handbooks and policies, workforce reductions, and wage and hour matters.
• CA Bar admission is required.
• Strong legal writing and research skills are required.
• Able to supervise matters throughout the life cycle – pre-litigation counseling and handling litigation from inception through trial
• Skilled in Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, and Excel – as well as general office equipment.
• Knowledge of iManage, ProLaw, or related software is preferred.
• Proficient in legal research and e-filing systems.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written – are required.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to organize, prioritize, and complete simultaneous assignments with minimal supervision.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• 401(k) plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Aflac
• Employer paid life and accidental death & dismemberment benefit up to $25,000