Employment Law Partner

Job Title : Employment Law Partner

Location : El Segundo, CA As the Employment Law Department continues to grow, our client is seeking an Employment Law Partner with 10+ years of school district defense experience.

Job Competencies

Must have a well-established and exclusive employment litigation, defense background

Must have significant school district defense experience

Jury trial / civil court trial experience is preferred

Experience with public entity defense a plus

Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degrees

Member, State Bar of California in good standing

Superior research, analytical, and negotiating ability

Excellent written and oral communication

Commitment to proactive case management

Benefits & Pay

We offer a competitive salary, a casual environment, and a generous benefits package including :

Competitive Salary with Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for Attorneys
• Eligible Attorneys get 70 Credit Hours offered once per calendar year to take a vacation!
• Remote Work (office space is also available, if needed)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• Firm paid Life Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + Employer Matching after 1-year
• Flexible Spending Account
• Accelerated Partnership Track
• Continuous Training / Learning
• Employee Discounts
• Holiday Parties & Team Building
• Employee Referral Program
• Free Snacks & Beverages
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Military Leave
• Premium Office Locations
• Ease of Access to Public Transit
• Casual Dress Code

Tasks Performed :

1. Litigation Defense & Risk Management for School Districts :

Defend school districts in employment-related lawsuits, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims involving teachers, staff, and administrators.

Handle disputes arising from complaints filed with agencies like the EEOC, state education departments, and labor boards.

Oversee the discovery process, motion practice, and settlement negotiations, with a focus on public sector employment regulations and education law.

2. Strategic Counsel & Legal Guidance for School District Leadership :

Advise school boards, superintendents, and HR departments on navigating complex employment laws such as Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and state-specific education regulations.

Develop proactive legal strategies to mitigate risk in labor disputes, employee discipline, hiring practices, and contract negotiations.

Provide counsel on addressing union relations, teacher tenure, and collective bargaining agreements to prevent litigation and ensure compliance.

3. Policy Development & Compliance for Educational Institutions :

Review and draft school district employment policies on areas like employee conduct, tenure, discipline, and termination, ensuring they align with both employment and education laws.

Advise on drafting teacher and staff contracts, ensuring compliance with public education laws, union agreements, and collective bargaining terms.

Ensure the district’s practices comply with federal and state regulations affecting public school employment, including Title IX, ADA, and other education-specific statutes.

4. Training & Development for School District HR and Administrators :

Provide tailored training to school district leadership, HR personnel, and administrators on legal compliance, best practices in handling employee relations, and mitigating risks of litigation in the educational context.

Conduct workshops on issues such as anti-discrimination, sexual harassment prevention, and navigating teacher tenure and union rules, ensuring the district adheres to legal and ethical standards.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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