Labor & Employment Attorney – Education Sector

Orion Placement; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer, based in Los Angeles, seeks an attorney to advise on labor and employment matters. Office-based role with potential for limited flexibility discussed during hiring.

California Bar active and 2+ years of practice required, with experience in education law or public agency considered a plus. You will draft memos and client communications, analyze complex legal questions, and collaborate across practice areas to assess risks and provide practical guidance.

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar membership.
• 2+ years of attorney practice experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage legal matters and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Labor and employment legal experience is strongly valued.
• Education law, school district, or public agency experience is a plus.
• Commitment to delivering practical legal solutions and exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on labor and employment legal issues affecting their operations and workplace decisions.
• Research and analyze complex legal questions and develop clear, practical recommendations.
• Draft legal memoranda, correspondence, and other substantive legal documents.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys in labor and employment, governance, and related practice areas.
• Help clients understand legal obligations, evaluate risks, and respond to emerging workplace issues.
• Develop strong client relationships through responsive communication and sound legal judgment.
• Manage assignments independently while contributing to a supportive, team-oriented practice.

Skills

Active California State Bar membership

2+ years attorney experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Job description

Confidential Employer, based in Los Angeles, seeks an attorney to advise on labor and employment matters. Office-based role with potential for limited flexibility discussed during hiring.

California Bar active and 2+ years of practice required, with experience in education law or public agency considered a plus. You will draft memos and client communications, analyze complex legal questions, and collaborate across practice areas to assess risks and provide practical guidance.