Employment & Labor Associate - Los Angeles, Oakland, San Diego or San Francisco

About the Firm Culture and Engagement at Dentons: Fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture is a core priority at Dentons. We are committed to creating an environment that values and respects the contributions of all colleagues. By attracting, supporting, promoting and retaining highly qualified individuals of various backgrounds and experiences, we strengthen our ability to provide innovative solutions, deliver exceptional client service, and advance the success of our Firm. We take an active approach to promoting a collaborative and inclusive workplace by investing in professional development and culture initiatives. Our Employment & Labor lawyers are known for their creative, business‑savvy counseling skills and their results‑driven, highly successful practice. Dentons represents local and multinational businesses with respect to the full range of workforce‑related issues and matters. Responsibilities Providing day‑to‑day employment and human‑resources counseling for clients. Reviewing, analyzing and drafting employment agreements, employee handbooks and policies, severance agreements and other employment documents. Handling employment litigation matters, including single‑plaintiff, executive compensation, wage‑hour class actions, PAGA actions and administrative charges. Taking and defending depositions in employment‑litigation matters and managing written discovery. Working with the team to provide guidance to clients on sensitive personnel issues and policy review and implementation. Advising and supporting on traditional labor and NLRB matters. Supporting employment aspects of due diligence in mergers and acquisitions, including reviewing employment provisions of asset and stock purchase agreements. Formulating legal strategy on litigation matters. Supporting the team by performing work on other matters as needed. Position Requirements Personal skills/attributes: excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication, organized, efficient, ability to prioritize, delegate and manage complex and detail‑oriented assignments, and a strong focus on exceeding client expectations. Technical skills: 2‑6 years of employment litigation and counseling experience is required; strong writing and analytical skills. Other requirements: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California and be in good standing. Salary and Benefits Based on California law, the salary range for this position is $225,000 to $345,000, based on experience and office location. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short‑term/long‑term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses. Equal Opportunity Equal opportunities: Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dentons