Mid-Level Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in San Jose, CA, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mid-Level Employment Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in employment law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in providing legal advice and counsel to clients on various employment-related issues, including hiring, terminations, and discrimination. The attorney will handle a diverse caseload, draft key employment documents, and represent clients in employment litigation.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on employment-related matters, including hiring, terminations, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, trade secrets, managing employees, leaves of absence, and wage and hour law.
• Draft and review employment-related documents such as employee handbooks, nondisclosure agreements, arbitration agreements, and separation agreements.
• Represent clients in employment-related litigation, including wrongful termination, class and representative actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour claims, and breach of contract cases.
• Independently identify issues, anticipate necessary next steps, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Manage client matters with minimal supervision, demonstrating a proactive approach to case management.
• Conduct legal and factual/investigative research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail standards in all legal work products.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of employment law experience, focusing on litigation and advice and counsel work.
• Proven experience advising clients on employment matters and handling related litigation.
• Prior experience in a private law firm, taking responsibility for client matters under supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and address legal issues independently.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in legal and factual/investigative research.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a desire for professional growth.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Must be a current member in good standing of the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Advanced legal research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in drafting employment-related documents.
• Effective client communication and counseling skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal issues and provide strategic advice.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to professional development and learning.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Technology Credit Union membership.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Gradifi student loan repayment benefit.
• Paid parental leave.
• Teleworking opportunities.
• No-accrual vacation policy.
• Associate bonus plan.

This firm's many practice areas include Business & Technology; Mergers & Acquisitions; Litigation; Employment Law; Environmental Law; Estate Planning Trust and Probate; Health Law; International; Nonprofit Law; Professional Liability; Real Estate and Land Use Law; and Tax Law.