Employment Law - Litigation Employer Defense Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Orange, CA

Law Firm

Orange, CA

Employment Law - Litigation Employer Defense Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Orange, CA

Attorney

1-10 yrs required

No

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

SEO friendly job title: Experienced Employment Law Senior Attorney at a Leading Law Firm in California

H1 heading: Join Our Growing Team as an Experienced Employment Law Senior Attorney

H2 headings:
- Senior Attorney Position at Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP
- Employment Law Department Expansion
- Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
- Strategic Counsel and Legal Guidance for School Districts
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Equal Opportunity Employer

Experienced Employment Law Senior Attorney at Leading California Law Firm

Are you an experienced attorney with a background in employment law? Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP is currently seeking a Senior Attorney with 10+ years of experience in Employment Law to join our growing team. With multiple locations throughout California, including El Segundo, Fresno, Oakland, Ontario, Orange, Redding, Sacramento, San Diego, San Jose, and Westlake Village, our firm offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment for attorneys looking to advance their career in Employment Law.

Job Competencies:

- Well-established and exclusive employment litigation, defense background
- School district defense experience required
- Trial experience preferred, but not required
- 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:

Our firm offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

- Competitive Salary with Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for Attorneys
- 90 Credit Hours for Eligible Attorneys to take a vacation once per calendar year
- Remote Work and Office Space Availability
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
- Firm-paid Life Insurance
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Flexible Spending Account
- Accelerated Partnership Track
- Continuous Training and Learning Opportunities
- Employee Discounts
- Holiday Parties and Team Building Events
- Employee Referral Program
- Free Snacks and Beverages
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Military Leave
- Premium Office Locations
- Ease of Access to Public Transit
- Casual Dress Code

Tasks Performed:

1. Litigation Defense and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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.

Work Environment:

At Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive and accommodating work environment. We also offer reasonable accommodations when applicable and appropriate.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required.

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision, and speaking.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

If you possess the above experience and attributes, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via email. No calls or faxes, please.

Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.