Attorney - Employment Law

A law firm seeks an experienced Employment Law Attorney to join its Employment Law Practice Group in Encino, CA. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience counseling employers on a wide range of workplace issues, including hiring, firing, wage and hour concerns, harassment, discrimination, and employee benefits. This is a full-time role offering the opportunity to work in a collaborative, dynamic environment while handling a diverse array of employment law matters.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel to employers regarding daily employee-related issues such as hiring, terminations, wage and hour compliance, harassment, discrimination, and workplace policies.
• Draft, review, and update employment agreements, employee handbooks, and policies.
• Advise on leaves of absence and other employee benefits issues.
• Represent clients in negotiations, disputes, and other employment-related matters.
• Develop and implement training programs for clients on workplace legal issues.
• Maintain a proactive approach in staying current with developments in employment law and regulatory changes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing employment law, with a focus on advising employers on workplace issues.
• Strong academic background and excellent legal writing skills.
• Proven ability to manage a challenging workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Established interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrated maturity and the ability to take on significant responsibility.
• Experience with employer-side employment litigation is a plus.
• Established networking or marketing skills are preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the California State Bar (required).

Skills

• Expertise in employment law, including wage and hour laws, harassment, discrimination, and workplace policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
• Client-focused approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of building and maintaining client relationships.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in a collegial work environment.
• Supportive and dynamic team culture.

Ranked as one of the top law firms in California, this firm practices in business and civil litigation, environmental, intellectual property, tax planning, family law, corporate, real estate, estate planning, personal injury, health care, employment law, and others. The highly experienced legal team provides the best and most cost-effective strategy for any legal issue. The firm supports local communities through leadership, volunteerism, donations, and pro bono legal services. Treating everybody with respect, the firm has a friendly environment and offers excellent pay with benefits.