Public Sector Labor Relations Counsel & Litigator

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR); Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is recruiting an Attorney to litigate administrative hearings, writs, motions, and appeals in civil court. You’ll work in a boutique division with about 15–20 attorneys, handling diverse labor and employment matters and advising executives on sensitive issues.

CalHR attorneys represent CalHR in state and federal courts and appellate proceedings. You will lead cases from inception to resolution, with opportunities to mentor junior attorneys and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of labor and employment law and related litigation.
• Experience litigating before courts or administrative tribunals.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Litigate diverse labor and employment matters in state and federal courts and administrative agencies.
• Provide in-house counsel on employment and personnel issues and draft legal opinions for executives.
• Conduct trainings and workplace investigations while mentoring junior attorneys.

Skills

Labor and employment law

Litigation experience

Administrative litigation

Legal research and analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar License

Job description

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is recruiting an Attorney to litigate administrative hearings, writs, motions, and appeals in civil court. You’ll work in a boutique division with about 15–20 attorneys, handling diverse labor and employment matters and advising executives on sensitive issues.

CalHR attorneys represent CalHR in state and federal courts and appellate proceedings. You will lead cases from inception to resolution, with opportunities to mentor junior attorneys and