Traditional Labor Law Associate

Jackson Lewis LC; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. seeks an Associate attorney for its Silicon Valley office in Palo Alto, CA. The role focuses on traditional labor relations representing employers and providing advice on federal and California workplace laws, including wage and hour issues and leave management.

You will help with union matters, collective bargaining, training, handbooks review, and due diligence for mergers. CA Bar admission, 4–6 years of litigation or advisory experience, and strong writing and communication

Qualifications

• 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 enforcement techniques preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred but not required.
• May include regular business travel.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in traditional labor relations and NLRB matters.
• Researching and writing; represent in NLRB elections.
• Advise employers on federal and California wage and hour issues, leave management.
• Review handbooks and policies for compliance.
• Negotiation and/or provide advice on collective bargaining agreements.
• Conduct management training on labor relations and workplace issues.
• Assist with due diligence for acquisitions/mergers related to workplace law.

Skills

Labor relations

Legal research

Legal writing

NLRB experience

Oral & written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

JD from ABA accredited law school

Job description

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 an Associate attorney for the firm’s Silicon Valley, 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; andOther duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned.Skills and Educational Requirements:JD from ABA accredited law school4-6 years experience in litigation or advice work as an attorneyTraditional labor experience preferredFederal and/or California advice and counsel work preferredCA Bar AdmissionUnderstanding of current agency (state and federal) enforcement techniques preferredExcellent attention to detailStrong organizational and project management skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsBilingual, English and Spanish, is preferred but not requiredMay include regular business travelFor 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 insurance401(k) Retirement PlanFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountFirm-paid holidays, vacation and sick timeEmployee assistance program and other firm benefits#LI-AI1#LI-Hybrid#AssociateWe 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.