Senior Employment Defense Associate

Jobot; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established firm as a Senior Employment Specialist, where you will advise educational institutions on crucial employment law matters. This remote role offers an exciting opportunity to support both preventative counsel and active representation. Collaborate closely with school clients, ensuring compliance with applicable laws while navigating complex legal landscapes. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this firm values your unique perspective and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the education sector, this is the perfect chance to advance your career.

Benefits

Great Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of employment law experience, advising educational institutions.

Responsibilities

• Advise educational institutions on employment law matters and compliance.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and litigation involving employee claims.

Skills

Employment Law

Strong Writing Skills

Advocacy Skills

Communication Skills

Legal Research

Education

Active Membership in California State Bar

4+ Years of Employment Law Experience

Job description

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Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

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Job details

Remote, Well Established Firm

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Salary: $200,000 - $300,000 per year

About us

We're a boutique CA-only firm expanding its employment practice. Come get in on the ground floor of our exciting expansion!

Why join us?

• Well established firm
• Remote role
• Great benefits

Responsibilities

• Advise public and private educational institutions on employment law matters, including employee discipline, termination, leave policies, wage and hour compliance, and workplace investigations
• Represent clients in administrative hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and litigation involving employee claims
• Draft and review employment-related agreements, board policies, and internal procedures for compliance with applicable laws
• Conduct trainings and workshops for administrators and staff on employment best practices and legal obligations
• Stay current on developments in labor and employment law as they relate to the education sector
• Collaborate with education law attorneys, school boards, and HR professionals to develop proactive legal strategies

Qualifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar
• Minimum of 4 years of employment law experience, with at least 2 years advising or representing educational institutions
• Familiarity with the Education Code, Title IX, California Government Code, and applicable labor and employment statutes
• Strong writing, advocacy, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with school boards, superintendents, and HR personnel is preferred
• MUST be based in California

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with school clients on a wide range of employment matters, supporting both preventative counsel and active representation.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.

Background checks may be performed with your authorization, in accordance with applicable laws.

Additional info

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Legal Services, Law Practice, Government Administration

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