Senior Employment Law Attorney

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Job Overview
A leading law firm is seeking a Senior Attorney specializing in Employment Law with a focus on defending school districts. This position requires over 10 years of experience handling employment litigation, particularly in the public sector. The Senior Attorney will work on a range of complex cases, provide strategic legal counsel, and manage risk for school district clients. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, along with career growth potential.

Location

• San Jose, CA

Duties

• Litigation Defense & Risk Management for School Districts

  • Defend school districts in employment-related lawsuits, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims.
  • Handle disputes arising from complaints filed with agencies such as the EEOC, state education departments, and labor boards.
  • Manage the discovery process, motion practice, and settlement negotiations, focusing 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.
  • Counsel on union relations, teacher tenure, and collective bargaining agreements to prevent litigation and ensure compliance.

• Policy Development & Compliance for Educational Institutions

  • Review and draft school district employment policies, ensuring they align with both employment and education laws.
  • Advise on drafting teacher and staff contracts, ensuring compliance with public education laws, union agreements, and collective bargaining terms.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations affecting public school employment, including Title IX, ADA, and other education-specific statutes.

• Training & Development for School District HR and Administrators

  • Provide training on legal compliance, best practices in employee relations, and mitigating litigation risks.
  • Conduct workshops on issues such as 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 defending school districts 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.
• Proactive case management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

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

• Expertise in employment law, public sector law, and education law.
• Proficient in litigation management and legal strategy development.
• Strong ability to draft policies, contracts, and ensure legal compliance.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with school district leadership and HR departments.
• Experience conducting legal training and workshops.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for attorneys.
• 90 Credit Hours offered annually for vacation time.
• Remote work flexibility (office space available if needed).
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Firm-paid life insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) with employer matching after 1 year.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Accelerated partnership track.
• Continuous training and professional development.
• 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.
• Casual dress code.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306