Associate Attorney - Litigation

Labor & Employment Attorney – Defense Well Respected Full Service Law Firm in Sacramento. Mid‑sized full‑service firm located in Central California serving public entities and corporate clients. Benefits Competitive Base salary: $130,000 – $250,000 per year Employer‑paid benefits 401(k) with match Bonus based on 1,750 billables PTO Package Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote) Responsibilities Advise employers—including private businesses and public agencies—on a range of employment issues, such as workplace policies, employee relations, wage and hour compliance, and risk management. Represent the organization in all legal proceedings, including mediations, arbitrations, and court trials. Conduct thorough legal research to provide accurate and timely advice to the organization. Prepare and review legal documents such as contracts, agreements, and policies to ensure they are legally sound and in the best interest of the organization. Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff to develop defense strategies. Stay abreast of changes in labor and employment laws and regulations to ensure the organization's compliance. Provide training and guidance to management and HR personnel on labor and employment law matters. Assist in managing the organization's litigation activities, including budgeting and reporting. Qualifications Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Must be a member in good standing with the California State Bar. Minimum of 3 years of experience in labor and employment law, preferably in a defense role, but NOT REQUIRED Excellent legal research and writing skills. Demonstrated ability to provide sound legal advice on complex labor and employment law issues. Strong negotiation and representation skills, with a proven track record of successful dispute resolution. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Proven commitment to maintaining the highest level of professional and ethical standards. Proficiency in using legal research tools and software. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney – Defense to join a dynamic and growing team. If you have the required skills and experience and are passionate about providing top‑notch legal services, we would love to hear from you. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, or local law. Information is processed according to Jobot's Privacy Policy, Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice, and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr