Public Entity Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo; Sausalito (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm specializing in public entity labor is seeking an Associate Attorney in Sausalito, California. This role involves supporting litigation, advising public employers, and participating in labor relations work. Ideal candidates will have 1-6 years of labor and employment law experience and strong research and writing skills. This is a unique opportunity to work with high-profile public clients and advance in your career.

Qualifications

• 1–6 years of labor and employment law or litigation experience preferred.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative mindset.
• Passionate about local government.

Responsibilities

• Support litigation in trial and appellate courts.
• Advise public employers on employment law issues.
• Assist with workplace investigations and drafting reports.
• Participate in administrative hearings before arbitrators and PERB.
• Support labor relations work.
• Draft contracts, separation agreements, and policies.
• Research and draft legal opinions for agency clients.

Skills

Excellent research and writing ability

Strong client communication skills

Confidence to handle client matters with limited supervision

Education

Top 30% of law school class preferred

Graduates from UC Berkeley, UC Law SF, UC Davis, Santa Clara, USF, or other highly regarded law schools

Job description

A law firm specializing in public entity labor is seeking an Associate Attorney in Sausalito, California. This role involves supporting litigation, advising public employers, and participating in labor relations work. Ideal candidates will have 1-6 years of labor and employment law experience and strong research and writing skills. This is a unique opportunity to work with high-profile public clients and advance in your career.