Labor & Employment Attorney – Contract

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Provide counsel and representation for employers and/or employees in matters related to employment law.

• Manage disputes concerning wages and hours, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, workplace accommodations, employment contracts, and other employment law issues in California.

• Offer guidance on federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Represent clients in various legal proceedings including litigation, administrative actions, mediations, arbitrations, and negotiations for settlements.

• Draft and evaluate employment agreements, separation agreements, employee handbooks, policies, and other related documents.

• Conduct legal research and produce memoranda, pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and other documents pertinent to litigation.

• Oversee depositions, hearings, settlement conferences, and prepare for trials.

• Investigate workplace grievances related to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage infractions, and wrongful termination.

• Advise clients on matters involving hiring, termination, leave policies, accommodations, disciplinary actions, workplace regulations, and employee relations.

• Stay updated on changes in California and federal employment law and provide compliance advice to clients.

• Maintain communication with clients, opposing legal counsel, courts, agencies, and other relevant parties.

• Manage caseloads, adhere to deadlines, oversee budgets, and maintain client relationships.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Current California State Bar license in good standing.

• Experience in practicing employment law, ideally within California.

• Comprehensive understanding of California employment laws, including those governing wage and hour issues, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave, and wrongful termination.

• Exceptional skills in legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy.

• Strong organizational skills and abilities in case management.

• Capability to independently manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.

• 3–6 month contract position.