Employment Litigation Of Counsel

8-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in San Jose, CA, is seeking an Employment Litigation Of Counsel to join its dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in defending and litigating various employment-related claims, providing strategic advice to clients, and demonstrating expertise in employment and labor law.

Job Details:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving various employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court and arbitration, before administrative agencies, and at mediation in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
• Class Action/PAGA experience preferred.

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials.
• 9+ years of experience in employment litigation with significant experience managing and running litigation cases in a first-chair capacity.
• Current CA Bar admission in good standing.
• Supervisory experience in associate and paralegal work, including delegating assignments and providing feedback.
• In-depth understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Current California Bar admission is in good standing.

Skills:

• Litigation expertise in employment-related claims.
• Strategic advisory and counseling skills.
• Class Action/PAGA experience (preferred).
• Supervisory and leadership skills.
• In-depth knowledge of state and federal agency procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.

This Employment Litigation Of Counsel position offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned attorney to contribute to a reputable law firm's success while providing high-quality legal services in the field of employment law.

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