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Senior Attorney, Labor and Employment
Senior Attorney, Labor and EmploymentJBA International • Los Angeles, CA, US
Senior Attorney, Labor and Employment

Senior Attorney, Labor and Employment

JBA International • Los Angeles, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

LOCATION :  West LA

PAY RANGE :  $190K - $250K

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Support senior attorney in labor and employment litigation cases.
  • Assist in developing strategies to address and resolve employment-related disputes.
  • Conduct thorough legal research on labor and employment laws, regulations, and precedents.
  • Advise clients on labor and employment issues, including but not limited to employment contracts, workplace policies, and compliance matters.
  • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Prepare for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
  • Assist in negotiating and drafting employment agreements, separation agreements, and other related documents.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with clients by understanding their business needs and providing strategic legal advice.
  • Collaborate with clients to develop proactive solutions to employment-related challenges.
  • Stay informed about developments in labor and employment law and share knowledge with the team.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3-5 years of overall experience managing cases, overseeing discovery, taking, and defending depositions, drafting pleadings, writing briefs, and preparing and arguing motions.
  • Experience representing employers in litigation matters regarding employee relations, wrongful termination, employment discrimination claims, employee handbooks and policies, workforce reductions, and wage and hour matters.
  • CA Bar admission is required.
  • Strong legal writing and research skills are required.
  • Able to supervise matters throughout the life cycle – pre-litigation counseling and handling litigation from inception through trial
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, and Excel – as well as general office equipment.
  • Knowledge of iManage, ProLaw, or related software is preferred.
  • Proficient in legal research and e-filing systems.
  • Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written – are required.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to organize, prioritize, and complete simultaneous assignments with minimal supervision.
  • BENEFITS INCLUDE :
  • 401(k) plan
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Aflac
  • Employer paid life and accidental death & dismemberment benefit up to $25,000
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