Traditional Labor Law Associate
Duties and Responsibilities
- Handling unfair labor practice charges at the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”)
- Researching and writing
- Representing management in NLRB elections
- Providing legal advice to employers regarding union organizing, corporate campaigns, card check and neutrality agreements
- Negotiating and/or providing legal advice regarding collective bargaining agreements
- Handling grievance, arbitration and unfair labor practice proceedings
- Obtaining mass picketing injunctions
- Advising employers on federal and California wage and hour issues, leave management, disability accommodating issues and other workplace issues
- Reviewing handbooks, policies and forms for compliance with federal and state law
- Reviewing compensation, commission and bonus plans
- Conducting management training regarding labor relations, federal and California workplace issues and, harassment, discrimination and retaliation
- And other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned
Skills and Educational Requirements
- JD from ABA accredited law school
- 4-6 years experience in litigation or advice work as an attorney
- Traditional labor experience preferred
- Federal and/or California advice and counsel work preferred
- CA Bar Admission
- Understanding of current agency (state and federal) enforcement techniques preferred
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Bilingual, English and Spanish, is preferred but not required
Skills and Educational Requirements
- May include regular business travel
For California
The expected salary range for this position is between $222,500 and $242,500. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
- Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
- Employee assistance program and other firm benefits
About the Role
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
Qualifications
This position is for a Traditional Labor Law Associate attorney for the firm’s San Diego, CA office.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
- Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
- Employee assistance program and other firm benefits
Pay
For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $222,500 and $242,500. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Schedule
This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.