Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

Mastagni Holstedt, A.P.C. is actively seeking a highly qualified associate attorney to join its growing Labor and Employment practice in Sacramento. The ideal candidate will have at minimum two (2) years of relevant litigation experience. Experience in employment, wage and hour, and/or public agency law highly preferred. The candidate must have litigation experience, preferably plaintiff side on employment cases. Administrative hearing experience is a plus.

The ideal candidate will have outstanding credentials and qualifications demonstrating a strong ability to spot and analyze complex issues and devise practical strategies and solutions. Candidates must be committed to client service, a quick learner, and have strong writing, organizational, research, and communication abilities. We are looking for a long-term addition to our team, and offer opportunities for growth for the right individuals.

About Our Firm:

For decades, Mastagni Holstedt, A.P.C. has served clients throughout California in a wide array of legal matters, including but not limited to: labor and employment, contract negotiations, criminal defense, personal injury, auto accidents, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation. Our attorneys have a wealth of experience representing public safety officers, firefighters, and other public employees in matters ranging from internal discipline, criminal defense, and officer critical incidents to collective bargaining and association leadership. We largely represent unions and labor associations throughout California, and have offices in Sacramento, Rancho Cucamonga, Inglewood, and Redwood City. We are the largest applicant Workers’ Compensation law firm in the State, and our attorneys have consistently earned an AV-Preeminent Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Verified California Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited legal institution.
• Licensed by and in good standing with the California Bar.
• Ability to travel as case assignment warrants.
• Excellent working knowledge of California and federal statutes, preferably including local labor and employment laws and regulations.
• At least two (2) years’ experience practicing as an attorney. Previous litigation experience, preferably related to plaintiff side employment law.
• Demonstrated ability to review/advise on labor agreements, manage discovery, draft legal documents, and conduct research.
• Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Interest and aptitude to represent clients in contested forums ranging from jury trials, court trials, and arbitrations to before various public board forums and the state capitol.
• Strong desire to passionately advocate for clients.
• Ability to adhere to firm processes, procedures, and practices.

Other Desired Qualifications:

• Quick learner and ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter; ability to self-direct and work independently.
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues on strategy and best practices.
• Ability to leverage expertise to navigate complex legal challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive representation of employees and/or unions in employment matters, including but not limited to representation in administrative discipline cases, dismissals, grievance hearings, unfair labor practice charges, State Personnel Board appeals, arbitrations/mediations, and trials as required. Opportunities to represent clients in wage and hour disputes.
• Provide comprehensive legal advice to clients on a variety of labor and employment issues and communicate with clients effectively and in a timely manner.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation to prepare legal documents and develop strategies.
• Drafting legal documents/pleadings, taking and defending depositions or other investigatory interviews, drafting and answering discovery, drafting and responding to employment-related demand letters, negotiating employment-related settlement agreements, arbitration/trial preparation, advising related to collective bargaining negotiations/agreements.
• Attend MCLE trainings and keep up-to-date with the latest legal developments affecting employment law.
• Independently manages caseload and stays abreast of deadlines.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships, credibility and trust with clients, legal team members, and other colleagues.
• Attend monthly client board meetings or other client events as required. Participation in a rotational 24/7 on-call schedule required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Professional Development Assistance
• Paid time off and paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Reasonable billable hour requirements