Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

1-15 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate Attorney for their Fresno, CA office. The candidate will be responsible for various legal duties related to labor and employment law.

Job Overview:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective client interaction and collaboration within the firm.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills are required to prepare legal documents and provide sound legal advice.
• Preference will be given to candidates with labor and employment litigation experience.
• Fluency in Spanish or prior experience in agriculture, transportation/logistics, manufacturing, or the service industry is advantageous.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on labor and employment law issues.
• Draft legal documents including complaints, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Represent clients in labor and employment-related proceedings, including administrative hearings and court trials.
• Provide counsel to clients on various employment matters, including wage and hour compliance, discrimination, harassment, and employee relations.
• Assist with investigations and audits related to employment practices.

Requirements:

• Admitted to the California Bar.
• General civil litigation experience is required.
• Preference given to applicants with labor and employment litigation experience.
• Fluency in Spanish or experience in agriculture, transportation/logistics, manufacturing, or the service industry is a plus.
• 1-10 years of experience in a law firm or in-house setting.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California Bar.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents.
• Familiarity with labor and employment law principles.
• Fluency in Spanish (preferred).
• Experience in relevant industries (agriculture, transportation/logistics, manufacturing, or service industry) is advantageous.

Benefits offered: The firm offers extremely competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, 401(k) matching, and bonus opportunities.

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