Traditional Labor Law Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 230 000 - 250 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Vacation and sick time

Résumé du poste

Jackson Lewis P.C. is seeking a Traditional Labor Associate attorney for their Los Angeles office. Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, you'll represent employers in various labor relations and workplace law issues, ensuring compliance with federal and California laws.

The firm offers a competitive salary between $230,000 and $250,000, alongside annual bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years experience in litigation or advice work as an attorney.
• Understanding of current agency enforcement techniques preferred.

Responsabilités

• Represent employers in traditional labor relations.
• Advise on federal and California wage and hour issues.
• Review compliance of handbooks, policies, and forms.

Connaissances

Litigation experience

Advice and counsel work

Traditional labor experience

Federal and California law knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Formation

JD from ABA accredited law school

CA Bar Admission

Description du poste

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

This position is for a Traditional Labor Associate attorney for the firm’s Los Angeles, CA office.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The position is primarily a traditional labor position representing employers but will also include advice and counsel work with employers regarding federal and California workplace laws and other assignments, as needed. From time to time, the position may also involve due diligence of employer operations for workplace law issues in conjunction with acquisitions/mergers.
• All facets of Traditional Labor Relations, including:
  • Handling unfair labor practice charges at the National Labor Relations Board ("NLRB")
  • Researching and writing;
  • Representing management in NLRB elections;
  • Providing legal advice to employers regarding union organizing, corporate campaigns, card check and neutrality agreements;
  • Negotiating and/or providing legal advice regarding collective bargaining agreements;
  • Handling grievance, arbitration and unfair labor practice proceedings;
  • Obtaining mass picketing injunctions;
• Advising employers on federal and California wage and hour issues, leave management, disability accommodating issues and other workplace issues;
• Reviewing handbooks, policies and forms for compliance with federal and state law;
• Reviewing compensation, commission and bonus plans;
• Conducting management training regarding labor relations, federal and California workplace issues and, harassment, discrimination and retaliation; and
• Other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned.

Skills and Educational Requirements

• JD from ABA accredited law school
• 4-6 years experience in litigation or advice work as an attorney
• Traditional labor experience preferred
• Federal and/or California advice and counsel work preferred
• CA Bar Admission
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) enforcement techniques preferred
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills3
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Bilingual, English and Spanish, is preferred but not required
• May include regular business travel

Salary and Benefits

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $230,000 and $250,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.