Employment & Labor Senior Associate/Counsel

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Counsel to join its renowned Employment & Labor practice. This position requires at least six years of experience in counseling and defending employers in various employment-related matters, including both single-plaintiff and class/collective actions. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills, along with experience in drafting employment-related documents and representing clients in complex litigation. The candidate must be capable of handling a high level of responsibility while managing multiple priorities.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Counsel and defend employers in single-plaintiff employment cases and class/collective actions, including wage and hour cases and claims of unfair employment practices.
• Advise employers on various employment matters, such as discipline/discharge, discrimination/harassment, restrictive covenants, ADA/FMLA compliance, and wage and hour issues.
• Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery, and draft and argue motions.
• Draft complex class and collective certification opposition briefs.
• Draft and review employment agreements, separation agreements, position statements, employee handbooks, and other employment-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on employment law matters.
• Manage client engagements and oversee multiple priorities efficiently.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in employment law, with experience in defending both single-plaintiff and class/collective actions.
• Experience advising on employment law issues including wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, and compliance with ADA/FMLA.
• Proven ability to draft and review complex legal documents, including employment agreements, handbooks, and compliance statements.
• Strong skills in legal research, motion drafting, and depositions.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and prioritize various responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with superior analytical and interpersonal skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to the state bar (California preferred).

Skills:

• Expertise in employment law and related litigation.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in managing client relationships and handling complex legal matters.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off, including paid parental leave, paid time off (PTO), and paid holidays.
• A diverse, inclusive work environment that supports professional growth and development.

The Bay Area law practice was launched four years ago. Practice areas are broad in scope. A few of their practice disciplines consist of appellate, intellectual property, commercial-class action litigation, environmental, and labor-employment. The Northern California office employs forty-one practiced attorneys. They endorse many community service organizations such as Compass Community Services, and The Point Foundations. Attorneys were recognized in top law publications.