DGA
Labor Attorney
DGA, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Legal Department
Based in Los Angeles, CA
Who We Are
The Directors Guild of America (DGA) has an opening for an attorney in its Legal Department. The DGA is a labor organization that represents more than 19,000 film and television Directors and members of the directorial team, including Unit Production Managers, Assistant Directors, Associate Directors, Stage Managers and Program Production Associates, who work in film, television, commercials, news, sports and new media.
Why Work with Us?
The entertainment industry is in the midst of a period of incredible and rapid change. Our legal team is involved in many issues at the forefront of protecting our members’ interests in their creative and economic rights. In addition to meaningful and substantial work, the DGA provides a terrific benefits package and a good work/life balance.
Job Summary
This attorney will be responsible for enforcing the DGA’s various collective bargaining agreements through arbitration; researching, analyzing, and preparing memos regarding various issues arising under those collective bargaining agreements; providing guidance to various departments within the DGA; providing support in drafting and reviewing agreements and transactional documents related to projects produced under DGA collective bargaining agreements, including security agreements, guaranties, and collection account management agreements; and carrying out other tasks that will be assigned from time to time. The attorney will report to the General Counsel.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for working for labor unions and on behalf of their members, and the ability to work collaboratively within the Legal Department and with our executives. Candidates must be able to write and communicate clearly, prioritize competing tasks, and exercise good judgment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Enforce the DGA’s various collective bargaining agreements through arbitrationResearch, analyze, and prepare memos regarding various issues arising under those collective bargaining agreementsProvide guidance to various departments within the DGAProvide support in drafting and reviewing agreements and transactional documents related to projects produced under DGA collective bargaining agreements, including security agreements, guaranties, and collection account management agreementsWork to establish expertise in labor law issuesAcquire up-to-date knowledge of the entertainment industry and issues that affect the DGAOther duties as assignedJob Requirements - Qualifications, Skills, Experience And Attributes
J.D. required and must be licensed to practice law in CaliforniaExcellent communication skills – written and verbalExcellent judgment and common senseAbility to work collaboratively with others, both lawyers and non-lawyers alikeAbility to prioritize multiple projectsA willingness to carry out widely divergent tasksBasic familiarity with labor lawHighly collaborative style, positive attitude, and strong work ethicBasic familiarity with the arbitration processAbility to probe multiple sources of information via various research tools, including WestlawAn understanding and passion for organized laborBasic Microsoft Excel skills are helpfulAbility to stay focused and work alone or in groupsPreferred Skills
One to five years of experience practicing law, with a focus on labor law, though recent law school graduates are welcome to applySupportive of the labor movementCompensation and Benefits:
The DGA offers excellent benefits, including employer-provided health benefits (medical, dental and vision), defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans, and a 401(k) plan. The salary range for this position is an annual salary of $100,000 to $130,000, conditioned upon experience and number of years of practice. Additional benefits include:
Flexible Spending AccountLife insuranceShort and Long-term disabilityParental leaveMovie screeningsDesignated parking spaceThe DGA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Based in Los Angeles, CA
Who We Are
The Directors Guild of America (DGA) has an opening for an attorney in its Legal Department. The DGA is a labor organization that represents more than 19,000 film and television Directors and members of the directorial team, including Unit Production Managers, Assistant Directors, Associate Directors, Stage Managers and Program Production Associates, who work in film, television, commercials, news, sports and new media.
Why Work with Us?
The entertainment industry is in the midst of a period of incredible and rapid change. Our legal team is involved in many issues at the forefront of protecting our members’ interests in their creative and economic rights. In addition to meaningful and substantial work, the DGA provides a terrific benefits package and a good work/life balance.
Job Summary
This attorney will be responsible for enforcing the DGA’s various collective bargaining agreements through arbitration; researching, analyzing, and preparing memos regarding various issues arising under those collective bargaining agreements; providing guidance to various departments within the DGA; providing support in drafting and reviewing agreements and transactional documents related to projects produced under DGA collective bargaining agreements, including security agreements, guaranties, and collection account management agreements; and carrying out other tasks that will be assigned from time to time. The attorney will report to the General Counsel.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for working for labor unions and on behalf of their members, and the ability to work collaboratively within the Legal Department and with our executives. Candidates must be able to write and communicate clearly, prioritize competing tasks, and exercise good judgment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Enforce the DGA’s various collective bargaining agreements through arbitrationResearch, analyze, and prepare memos regarding various issues arising under those collective bargaining agreementsProvide guidance to various departments within the DGAProvide support in drafting and reviewing agreements and transactional documents related to projects produced under DGA collective bargaining agreements, including security agreements, guaranties, and collection account management agreementsWork to establish expertise in labor law issuesAcquire up-to-date knowledge of the entertainment industry and issues that affect the DGAOther duties as assignedJob Requirements - Qualifications, Skills, Experience And Attributes
J.D. required and must be licensed to practice law in CaliforniaExcellent communication skills – written and verbalExcellent judgment and common senseAbility to work collaboratively with others, both lawyers and non-lawyers alikeAbility to prioritize multiple projectsA willingness to carry out widely divergent tasksBasic familiarity with labor lawHighly collaborative style, positive attitude, and strong work ethicBasic familiarity with the arbitration processAbility to probe multiple sources of information via various research tools, including WestlawAn understanding and passion for organized laborBasic Microsoft Excel skills are helpfulAbility to stay focused and work alone or in groupsPreferred Skills
One to five years of experience practicing law, with a focus on labor law, though recent law school graduates are welcome to applySupportive of the labor movementCompensation and Benefits:
The DGA offers excellent benefits, including employer-provided health benefits (medical, dental and vision), defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans, and a 401(k) plan. The salary range for this position is an annual salary of $100,000 to $130,000, conditioned upon experience and number of years of practice. Additional benefits include:
Flexible Spending AccountLife insuranceShort and Long-term disabilityParental leaveMovie screeningsDesignated parking spaceThe DGA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr