Employment Litigation Attorney – City Hall, Trial-Ready

Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney seeks an experienced attorney to join the Employment Litigation Division, defending City departments and employees in labor and employment litigation. The role focuses on FEHA and whistleblower claims, with opportunities to shape strategy from inception to trial.

Requirements include substantial jury trial experience in California courts, minimum three years of litigation, strong research and writing, and excellent communication and advocacy skills.

Qualificações

• Significant jury trial experience (civil or criminal) to verdict.
• At least three years of litigation practice in California Superior Court or United States District Court.
• Demonstrated strong research and writing skills in complex areas of law.
• Ability to deal effectively with public officials, departmental personnel and members of the public.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills, good judgment, and a strong work ethic.
• Strong oral communication and advocacy skills.

Responsabilidades

• Representing the City in all phases of trial level labor and employment litigation.
• Presenting recommendations to City Council and attendant bodies.
• Meeting with high ranking appointed and elected City employees and officials.
• Analyzing legal liability and damages at all phases of litigation.
• Law and motion preparation and argument.
• Creating and implementing a case handling and litigation strategy from inception of litigation through trial.
• Other related duties as assigned

Conhecimentos

Jury trial experience

Litigation practice

Research and writing

Public official interaction

Analytical skills

Oral advocacy

Descrição da vaga

The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney seeks an experienced attorney to join the Employment Litigation Division, defending City departments and employees in labor and employment litigation. The role focuses on FEHA and whistleblower claims, with opportunities to shape strategy from inception to trial.

Requirements include substantial jury trial experience in California courts, minimum three years of litigation, strong research and writing, and excellent communication and advocacy skills.