Labor and Employment Attorney | School Districts

Overview

This role is a fully remote Labor & Employment Attorney position focused on public education trial defense. The employer is seeking an experienced attorney with at least 8 years of litigation experience, including substantial trial defense work representing California school districts and other public education entities.

• Title: Labor and Employment Attorney | Public Education Trial Defense Specialist (Senior Attorney, or Partner)
• Location: Fully Remote (must reside in California)
• Employment Type: Full-time, W-2
• Reports To: Managing Partner

Responsibilities

• Defend school districts, county offices of education, and community college districts in employment-related litigation, including:
  • Wrongful termination
  • Discrimination
  • Harassment
  • Retaliation
  • Whistleblower matters
  • Constitutional claims
• Lead litigation through all stages, including:
  • Investigation
  • Discovery
  • Depositions
  • Dispositive motions
  • Mediation
  • Administrative hearings
  • Trial strategy
• Advise district clients on California Education Code compliance, including:
  • Certificated and classified employee discipline
  • Leaves
  • Accommodations
  • Personnel matters
• Represent districts in matters before:
  • Office of Administrative Hearings
  • Public Employment Relations Board (PERB)
  • Commission on Professional Competence
  • DFEH/CRD
  • EEOC
  • California state and federal courts
• Handle Government Claims Act tort defense and Brown Act and Public Records Act issues, including related public-entity litigation
• Draft high-quality legal documents, such as:
  • Demurrers
  • MSJs
  • Oppositions
  • Mediation briefs
  • Administrative pleadings
  • Trial motions
• Collaborate with managing attorneys and associates to ensure efficient case strategy and execution
• Stay current on changes in California education and public-sector employment law impacting K-12 and higher education employers

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in labor and employment litigation in California
• Significant experience representing California school districts or other public education entities in trial defense (detail experience in application)
• Working knowledge of the California Education Code and Government Code, including the procedural framework governing public-sector employers
• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar
• Proven track record in civil litigation, including successful motion practice, depositions, administrative hearings, and courtroom appearances
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for managing client relationships with district administrators, HR leaders, and governing board members
• Highly organized and able to manage a remote workload with autonomy and accountability

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $235,000 – $300,000 (depending on experience and trial background)
• Unlimited PTO + 11 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & Pet Insurance
• Firm-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 10% Employer Match (after 1 year)
• Cell phone reimbursement & employee discounts
• Optional office space available across California
• Additional compensation structures referenced in the application materials:
  • Employment Attorney Unlimited PTO Bonus Program
  • Accelerated Partner Track

Location

Fully remote; must reside in California.