Mid-level Employment Law Associate Attorney

San Mateo office of our client seeks a mid-level employment law associate attorney with 3-6 years of employment law experience (litigation and/or advice and counsel work). The candidate must have experience in employment law and a demonstrated interest in providing advice and counsel to clients. Previous experience advising clients with respect to hiring, terminations, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, trade secrets, managing employees, leaves of absence, and wage and hour law; drafting employee handbooks, nondisclosure agreements, arbitration agreements, and separation agreements; and litigating with respect to wrongful termination, class and representative actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and breach of contract are preferred. Should have practiced in a private firm with experience taking responsibility for client matters (with supervision). Prior experience independently identifying issues and anticipating/recommending necessary next steps is required. Must be a current member of the State Bar of California.

The candidate must have strong academic credentials. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Strong legal and factual/investigative research skills are needed. Must have exquisite attention to detail and accurate work product. Should have a commitment to excellence and a strong work ethic.