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

Law Firm

Fresno, CA

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

Attorney

1-10 yrs required

No

H1: Experienced Employment Law Senior Attorney - Full Time Position at Law Firm in California
H2: Seeking Senior Attorney with 10+ Years of Employment Law Experience

Job Title: Experienced Employment Law Senior Attorney
Salary: $230, to $300, Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Law Firm in California (El Segundo, Fresno, Oakland, Ontario, Orange, Redding, Sacramento, San Diego, San Jose, or Westlake Village)
Requisition ID: 1169

Law Firm is seeking an experienced Employment Law Senior Attorney with 10+ years of experience. As the Employment Law Department continues to grow, we are looking for a candidate with a well-established and exclusive employment litigation background, specifically in school district defense. Trial experience is preferred, but not required. This position offers a competitive salary, a casual work environment, and a generous benefits package including unlimited paid time off and remote work options.

Key Responsibilities:

- Defend school districts in employment-related lawsuits, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
- Handle disputes arising from complaints filed with agencies such as the EEOC, state education departments, and labor boards
- Provide legal guidance to school district leadership on complex employment laws and education regulations
- Develop proactive strategies to mitigate risk in labor disputes, employee discipline, and contract negotiations
- Review and draft school district employment policies to ensure compliance with employment and education laws
- Provide training to school district leadership and HR personnel on legal compliance and best practices for employee relations

Job Competencies:

- 10+ years of experience in employment law with a focus on school district defense
- Trial experience preferred, but not required
- Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degrees
- Member, State Bar of California in good standing
- Superior research, analytical, and negotiating abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Commitment to proactive case management

Benefits & Perks:

- Competitive salary with quarterly bonus opportunities
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for Attorneys
- 90 credit hours per year offered for vacation time
- Remote work options available
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- Firm-paid life insurance
- 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) with employer matching after 1 year
- 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 with easy access to public transit
- Casual dress code

Work Environment:

Law Firm is committed to providing a work environment that is inclusive and accommodating. Reasonable accommodations will be considered when applicable and appropriate. The ideal candidate should possess clear and conceptual thinking abilities, excellent judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

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

Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. Management retains the discretion to add or change duties as needed.