Senior Employment Law Attorney

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Job Overview
A well-established law firm is seeking a Senior Attorney with extensive experience in Employment Law to join their team. This position requires 10+ years of experience in employment litigation, specifically with a background in defending school districts. The Senior Attorney will be responsible for handling employment-related lawsuits, providing legal counsel to school district leadership, and ensuring compliance with both employment and education laws.

Location

• El Segundo, CA

Duties

• Litigation Defense & Risk Management for School Districts:

  • Defend school districts in employment-related lawsuits such as wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims.
  • Handle disputes involving agencies like the EEOC, state education departments, and labor boards.
  • Oversee discovery processes, motion practice, and settlement negotiations with a focus on public sector employment regulations and education law.

• Strategic Counsel & Legal Guidance for School District Leadership:

  • Advise school boards, superintendents, and HR departments on complex employment laws like Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and state-specific education regulations.
  • Develop proactive legal strategies to mitigate risk in labor disputes, employee discipline, hiring practices, and contract negotiations.
  • Provide counsel on union relations, teacher tenure, and collective bargaining agreements.

• Policy Development & Compliance for Educational Institutions:

  • Review and draft school district employment policies to ensure compliance with both employment and education laws.
  • Advise on drafting teacher and staff contracts in compliance with public education laws and union agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations affecting public school employment.

• Training & Development for School District HR and Administrators:

  • Provide tailored training on legal compliance and best practices for school district HR and administrators.
  • Conduct workshops on issues like anti-discrimination, sexual harassment prevention, and navigating teacher tenure and union rules.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in employment law with a focus on litigation and defense.
• Experience in school district defense is required.
• Trial experience preferred but not required.
• Public entity defense experience is a plus.
• Strong research, analytical, and negotiating skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to manage cases proactively and effectively.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member in good standing with the State Bar of California.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of employment law, public sector law, and education law.
• Expertise in managing litigation and legal risk.
• Ability to draft policies and contracts related to public school employment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with school district leadership and HR departments.
• Ability to conduct training and workshops on legal compliance and risk management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for attorneys.
• 90 Credit Hours for vacation time annually for eligible attorneys.
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Firm-paid life insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching after 1 year.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Accelerated partnership track.
• Continuous training and learning opportunities.
• Employee discounts, holiday parties, and team-building events.
• Employee referral program.
• Free snacks and beverages.
• Cell phone reimbursement.
• Military leave.
• Premium office locations with easy access to public transit.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306