Senior Employment Attorney - New Opportunity - Los Angeles, CA

Education

• JD

Bar Admission

• Admitted to practice in California

Responsibilities

The Senior Attorney will manage litigation, conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and handle other litigation-related tasks for both class action and single plaintiff cases. This includes matters involving alleged meal and rest period violations, failure to pay wages and/or bonuses, off-the-clock work, misclassification, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination. Additionally, the role involves:

• Conducting employment due diligence and advising on employment aspects of corporate transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating employment, termination/severance, and related agreements.
• Providing counsel on reductions in force.
• Addressing issues related to restrictive covenants, employee mobility, compensation practices, commission plans, employee policies/training, and leave practices.

Experience

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Sound business judgment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Research and problem-solving abilities
• Conceptual thinking
• Ability to influence others
• Persuasive communication
• Management skills

General & Essential Job Expectations

While specific job requirements may vary, all employees are expected to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, promptly respond to phone calls, and address correspondence efficiently.
• Provide timely, accurate, and high-quality work.
• Meet deadlines and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Adhere to firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activities, such as extended computer work, digital/virtual conference calls, and meetings as necessary.
• Fulfill all assigned duties, tasks, or projects.
• Embrace and uphold our firm values, emphasizing excellence in client representation and employee development.

Work Environment

• Hybrid with some in-office expectations.
• Occasional travel required.