Labor and Employment Attorney

Jobot; West Hollywood (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary Up to $225K

Quarterly and Annual Bonuses (Up to $50K Potential)

401(k) with Generous Firm Match

Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)

Generous PTO + Paid Holidays

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

A leading full-service law firm focusing on public education is seeking a labor and employment attorney for a hybrid remote role. The candidate should hold a J.D. and be licensed in California, with at least 1 year of experience. Responsibilities include advising K–12 schools and community colleges on employment compliance, conducting legal research, and participating in collective bargaining. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience, with a focus on labor & employment.
• Experience or strong background in public agency, education law, investigations, compliance, or governance.
• Strong background in labor and employment matters involving public entities.

Responsibilities

• Support K–12 school districts and community college clients.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, opinions, and legal correspondence.
• Advise clients on employment compliance and administrative processes.
• Assist with grievance matters and collective bargaining.

Skills

Labor & Employment expertise

Legal research skills

Advising clients

Compliance knowledge

Education

J.D. and licensed to practice in California

Job description

Premier Full-Service Education Mid-Sized Regional Firm - Hybrid Remote

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Job details

Salary $120,000 - $225,000 per year

A Bit About Us

With nearly two decades of dedicated service and a presence across seven California offices, we are a premier full-service law firm focused exclusively on representing public schools, community colleges, educational institutions, and public entities. We proudly serve over 500 education clients, including school districts, SELPAs, county offices of education, private schools, government agencies, and municipalities. Our team includes attorneys who have served as educators, school board members, and in-house counsel—bringing a deep, firsthand understanding of the operational and legal challenges facing California’s education system.

• Competitive Base Salary Up to $225K (DOE)
• Bonus Structure Quarterly and Annual Bonuses (Up to $50K Potential)
• 401(k) with Generous Firm Match
• Full Benefits Package Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
• 1,800 Billable Hour Target – Designed to Support Work-Life Balance
• Collaborative, Collegial Environment with 120+ Attorneys Statewide
• Support K–12 school districts and community college clients across labor, employment, student, and governance matters
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, opinions, and legal correspondence
• Advise clients on employment compliance, investigations, employee discipline, and administrative processes
• Assist with grievance matters, collective bargaining, negotiations, and policy interpretation
• Handle matters before administrative agencies as needed
• Collaborate with colleagues in Labor & Employment, Students, and Public Agency Governance teams

Qualifications

• J.D. and licensed to practice in California
• Minimum 1 year of experience, with a focus on labor & employment
• Experience or strong background in public agency, education law, investigations, compliance, or governance
• Strong background in labor and employment matters involving public entities
• Proven ability with legal research, drafting, statutory interpretation, and advising clients on compliance issues

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