Associate Attorney - Litigation

Australia-Employment; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base

Employer paid benefits

401K with match

Bonus based on 1750 billables

PTO package

Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office

2 remote)

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Associate Attorney - Litigation in Sacramento, CA, offering a hybrid schedule and a permanent full-time position with a salary range of $130,000 to $250,000 per year. The firm handles public entities and corporate clients, providing comprehensive labor and employment defense services.

Responsibilities include advising on workplace policies, representing the organization in court and mediations, and mentoring HR staff on labor law matters.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the California State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years in labor & employment law, defense experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on employment issues including policies, employee relations, wage/hour compliance, risk management.
• Represent organization in mediations, arbitrations and court trials.
• Conduct thorough legal research to provide timely advice.
• Prepare and review contracts, agreements and policies for sound legal stance.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff on defense strategies.
• Stay updated on labor and employment law changes to ensure compliance.
• Provide training to management and HR on labor law matters.
• Assist in managing litigation activities, budgeting and reporting.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Independence & prioritization

Legal tools proficiency

Education

Juris Doctorate

State Bar - California

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Associate Attorney - Litigation

$130000 - $250000 per year | Sacramento, CA | Hybrid | Permanent

Well Respected Full Service Law Firm in Sacramento

A bit about us:

Our client is a mid-sized, full service law firm in Central California serving both public entities and corporate clientele.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base
• Employer paid benefits
• 401K with match
• Bonus based on 1750 billables
• PTO Package
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote)
• and more...

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Advise employers—including private businesses and public agencies—on a range of employment issues, such as workplace policies, employee relations, wage and hour compliance, and risk management.
• Represent the organization in all legal proceedings, including mediations, arbitrations, and court trials.
• Conduct thorough legal research to provide accurate and timely advice to the organization.
• Prepare and review legal documents such as contracts, agreements, and policies to ensure they are legally sound and in the best interest of the organization.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff to develop defense strategies.
• Stay abreast of changes in labor and employment laws and regulations to ensure the organization's compliance.
• Provide training and guidance to management and HR personnel on labor and employment law matters.
• Assist in managing the organization's litigation activities, including budgeting and reporting.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in labor and employment law, preferably in a defense role, but NOT REQUIRED
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide sound legal advice on complex labor and employment law issues.
• Strong negotiation and representation skills, with a proven track record of successful dispute resolution.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Proven commitment to maintaining the highest level of professional and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in using legal research tools and software.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney - Defense to join a dynamic and growing team. If you have the required skills and experience and are passionate about providing top-notch legal services, we would love to hear from you.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.