Traditional Labor Law Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Sacramento (KY); On-site; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. seeks a Traditional Labor Law Associate for its Sacramento, CA office.

You will handle unfair labor practice charges, represent management in NLRB elections, advise on union organizing and collective bargaining, and review policies for federal and state compliance. Requires JD from ABA-accredited law school with 4–6 years of litigation or advisory experience; CA Bar Admission; strong writing and communication skills; willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA accredited law school with 4-6 years in litigation or advisory work.
• Traditional labor experience preferred.
• CA Bar Admission required.
• Spanish language helpful but not required.
• May include regular business travel.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned

Skills

Litigation

Counseling

Attention to detail

Organization

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

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 Traditional Labor Law Associate attorney for the firm’s Sacramento, CA office.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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
• 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 skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Bilingual, English and Spanish, is preferred but not required
• May include regular business travel

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.

Benefits

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

We are a preeminent workplace law firm dedicated to our clients and passionate about providing the highest quality, creative and effective representation of employers on the full range of employment and labor law matters, through offices strategically located throughout the country. We provide a rewarding and collegial work environment for the leading attorneys in our field. We work hard to preserve the values that make Jackson Lewis a gratifying place to practice law. We are a law firm where people know each other and work together to best serve our clients.