Employment & Labor Associate

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Employment & Labor Associate in California

Dentons US LLP, a leading global law firm, is seeking a mid-level Employment & Labor Associate to join our team in one of our California offices. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all of our employees and value their unique perspectives and experiences. Our Employment & Labor team is highly successful and known for their creative and business-savvy counseling skills. This is a great opportunity for someone with 3-5 years of experience in employment law to join a collaborative team and work on a range of workforce-related issues and matters.

Responsibilities and Practice:

- Providing employment and human-resources counseling to clients on a daily basis
- Reviewing, analyzing, and drafting employment agreements, employee handbooks, and other employment documents
- Handling and managing employment litigation matters and administrative charges
- Taking and defending depositions and managing written-discovery in employment-litigation cases
- Advising on sensitive personnel issues and policy review and implementation
- Assisting with employment aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including reviewing employment provisions in asset and stock purchase agreements
- Formulating legal strategy in litigation matters
- Advising on California data privacy compliance matters
- Supporting the team on other matters as needed

Salary & Benefits:

- Salary range of $225,000 - $345,000 based on experience and office location
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more
- Opportunity for growth and development in trial experience and working with passionate lawyers

Requirements:

- 3-5 years of employment litigation and counseling experience
- Trial experience is a plus
- Strong writing and analytical skills
- Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California and in good standing

Personal Skills/Attributes:

- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with clients
- Organized, efficient, and able to prioritize and manage complex assignments
- Understands the importance of excellent client service

Equal Opportunities:

- Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans
- We are an Affirmative Action Employer and consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with local ordinances

How to Apply:

- Search firms: We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position
- Direct applicants: Apply through the button below
- Recruitment

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Medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays, discretionary bonuses

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Employment law, litigation, counseling, trial experience, writing, analytical

Juris Doctor degree

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Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree

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