Employment Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Employment Associate Attorney to join a collaborative legal team in Sacramento, California. This role is well suited for a lawyer who enjoys handling employment disputes from early case assessment through resolution, with regular involvement in arbitration, mediation, and courtroom-related advocacy. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement while maintaining a strong in-person team culture and is ideal for someone with solid litigation experience who can manage matters with confidence and sound judgment.

Responsibilities:
• Represent employers in employment-related disputes across various stages of litigation, from initial case strategy through resolution.
• Prepare persuasive motions, legal briefs, and other court filings that support effective case development.
• Take and defend depositions, gathering testimony and building factual records for hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Advocate for clients during arbitration and mediation proceedings, working toward practical and strategic outcomes.
• Manage employment litigation matters involving public sector environments and related legal considerations.
• Conduct legal research, evaluate claims and defenses, and provide clear recommendations on case direction and risk.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in a hybrid setting while contributing to an engaged, collaborative team culture.• Licensed attorney in good standing and authorized to practice law.
• At least 3 years of experience in employment law or employment litigation, with stronger consideration for candidates with 4 to 8 years of relevant practice.
• Demonstrated background in civil litigation, including hands-on responsibility for case management and dispute resolution.
• Experience drafting motions and other substantive litigation documents with a high degree of accuracy and judgment.
• Proven ability to conduct depositions effectively and use testimony to support overall case strategy.
• Familiarity with arbitration and mediation processes in employment-related matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work productively in a hybrid, team-oriented environment.