Associate Attorney - Public Entity Labor and Employment

Apply for the Associate Attorney - Public Entity Labor and Employment role at Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo . About the Practice The Public Entity Labor & Employment (PELE) Practice Group in Marin is expanding and seeks a first‑year associate (1–6 years of experience) to join a high‑performing team representing public entity clients throughout California. Key Responsibilities Support litigation in trial and appellate courts, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and settlement negotiations. Advise public employers on day‑to‑day employment law issues, including ADA/FEHA accommodations, FMLA/CFRA compliance, FLSA wage/hour matters, and workplace policies. Assist with workplace investigations, drafting reports, and supporting senior attorneys in complex fact‑finding processes. Participate in administrative hearings before arbitrators and PERB. Support labor relations work, including responding to union requests for information, assisting with meet‑and‑confer obligations, preparing discipline notices, and drafting Skelly decisions. Draft contracts, separation agreements, position‑statement responses, policies, and client advisories. Research and draft legal opinions for public agency clients on employment and governance issues. Qualifications Experience: 1–6 years of labor and employment law or litigation experience (public‑sector focus a plus). Skills: Excellent research and writing ability, strong client communication skills, and the confidence to handle client matters with limited supervision. Academic Background: Top 30% of law school class preferred; graduates from UC Berkeley, UC Law SF, UC Davis, Santa Clara, USF, or other highly regarded law schools encouraged to apply. Mindset: Proactive, detail‑oriented, collaborative, and passionate about local government. Why AALRR? This is a unique opportunity to work directly with high‑profile public entity clients, grow quickly as a trusted advisor, and build a career in public‑sector labor and employment law. To Apply Submit your resume, law school transcript, and a short writing sample. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo