Attorney - Public Sector Investigations/Public Sector Law

Job Overview: A leading law firm is seeking a qualified attorney to join its Riverside office, specializing in public sector law, workplace investigations, and labor/employment issues. The ideal candidate will enjoy the support and resources of a large law firm while benefiting from the close-knit, collaborative environment of a regional office. This role offers excellent compensation, mentorship opportunities, and significant potential for career advancement.

Duties:

• Conduct workplace investigations in the public sector
• Provide legal counsel on public sector law and labor/employment matters
• Research and draft legal documents, including memos, reports, and briefs
• Represent clients in public sector law cases and hearings
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and clients across the state
• Engage in state-wide legal collaborations with public sector and education law experts
• Maintain communication with clients to ensure legal strategies are aligned with their goals

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of legal experience
• Experience in conducting workplace investigations
• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Public Sector or Education law experience preferred
• Title IX experience is a plus
• Must be admitted to the California State Bar and in good standing

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar

Skills:

• Expertise in public sector and labor/employment law
• Strong legal analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex investigations and cases
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective client communication

This California firm was founded in 1979 and focuses on employment, labor, construction, education, real estate, general business and business litigation, corporate, taxation, bankruptcy, and immigration. Committed to high-quality legal work, the highly experienced lawyers have won many cases on behalf of clients. The firm has received numerous awards and accolades for professional accomplishments and contributions to communities. The diverse team of attorneys has business and education backgrounds allowing for the combination of practical, useful advice with innovative legal strategies. Believing in diversity, the firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The attorneys actively support education and other non-profit organizations. The firm is committed to collegiality, teamwork, and openness with each other and with clients. The firm also provides numerous in-house training sessions and workshops on current legal matters.