What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traditional Labor Law Associate position at Jackson Lewis PC?
The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.
This position is for a Traditional Labor Law Associate attorney for the firm’s Orange County, CA office.
The salary range for this position applies to our California offices and reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is
$216,500 - $233,500. This is not inclusive of our full range, and actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The position is primarily a traditional labor position representing employers but will also include advice and counsel work with employers regarding federal and California workplace laws and other assignments, as needed. From time to time, the position may also involve due diligence of employer operations for workplace law issues in conjunction with acquisitions/mergers.
All facets of Traditional Labor Relations, including:
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
May include regular business travel
Salary : $217,000 - $234,000
