Mid to Senior Level Labor Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a skilled mid- to Senior-Level Labor Associate Attorney with a strong background in traditional labor law, specializing in California employment law. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in arbitrations and unfair labor practice charges and a solid understanding of federal and state employment laws.

Job Duties:

• Handle a variety of traditional labor matters, including arbitrations, negotiations, grievances, and union-related issues.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in proceedings before the NLRB and other administrative agencies.
• Provide strategic advice and counsel to clients on labor and employment issues.
• Assist with employment litigation matters and agency charges as needed.
• Participate in client meetings, depositions, and hearings.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the California State Bar.
• Minimum 5 years of experience practicing traditional labor and employment law in California.
• Proven experience with arbitrations and unfair labor practice charges.
• Familiarity with federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Prior NLRB experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and potential for bonus.
• Health insurance with optional Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Long-term disability, dental insurance, and vision care.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Generous vacation, sick time, and ten paid holidays annually.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary benefits include accident insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care insurance, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs available.

This Amlaw firm stands out among its peers as having a commitment to innovation, work-life balance, and friendly firm culture. The firm aims to be agile in the changing legal landscape, and rewards the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of its lawyers. The firm is also serious about its commitment to diversity and pro bono initiatives, and provides ample opportunity for its associates to gain meaningful experience early on in their careers.