Employment Law Senior Attorney - School District DefenseTop Tier Reps LLC • California City, CA, US
Employment Law Senior Attorney - School District Defense
Top Tier Reps LLC • California City, CA, US
11 hours ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionHybrid Flexibility : 90% remote with occasional in-office collaboration. Leadership Impact : Shape and grow a dedicated School District Defense practice within a respected national firm. Professional Growth : Access to firm-sponsored CLE, mentorship programs, and business-development support. Culture & Community : Join a collegial team committed to work–life balance, mutual respect, and shared success. Experience : Minimum 10 years in employment defense litigation, including significant work for public-sector or school-district clients. Education & Licensing : JD from an ABA-accredited law school; active, in-good-standing California Bar membership. Litigation Skills : Proven track record in discovery management, motion practice, and, preferably, first- or second-chair trial experience in California Superior Court. Subject-Matter Expertise : Deep familiarity with California education codes, PAGA avoidance strategies, Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and collective bargaining regulations. Leadership & Communication : Strong mentor, strategist, and presenter with exceptional written and oral advocacy skills. Base Salary : $230,000 – $300,000 (DOE) Bonus : Performance-based bonus opportunities Benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with matching; paid leave; wellness programs; and CLE reimbursement Employment Type : Full-time, exempt Visa Sponsorship : Not provided Candidates must be California-based and available for occasional in-person court appearances and client meetings.
A highly respected law firm is seeking a Senior Attorney to assume leadership of its School District Defense practice within the Employment Law Department . The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex employment litigation on behalf of K–12 public school clients, advising district leadership on a broad range of regulatory and compliance matters, and supervising and mentoring a team of attorneys. This opportunity offers a flexible, primarily remote work arrangement within a professional, supportive environment dedicated to excellence in client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Case Leadership : Independently oversee all phases of school-district employment litigation—from intake and discovery through motion practice, trial preparation, and post-trial matters.
- Defense Strategy & Advocacy : Defend against wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims; manage agency investigations (EEOC, DFEH) and represent districts in administrative hearings.
- Client Counseling : Provide proactive legal advice to school boards, superintendents, and HR directors on Title IX, ADA, FMLA, collective bargaining, tenure, and related public-sector employment laws.
- Policy & Contract Drafting : Draft or review district policies, employment agreements, and administrative regulations to ensure compliance with state and federal education statutes.
- Training & Education : Design and deliver workshops on anti-discrimination, sexual harassment prevention, and employee-relations best practices tailored to district staff and leadership.
- Team Development : Mentor junior attorneys and support staff, providing constructive feedback, conducting case reviews, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.]
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Employment Law Attorney • California City, CA, US