Paid Leaves Attorney - Multiple Offices (Hybrid)

Overview

A law firm is seeking a labor and employment attorney with 3+ years of experience to support and expand its Paid Leave Practice. This hybrid position may be based in any of the firm's offices.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on state and local paid leave laws, including paid sick leave, paid time off/vacation, paid family and medical leave, and related leave and accommodation obligations.
• Provide day-to-day advice and counseling on paid leave matters.
• Draft and review leave and accommodation policies.
• Guide employers through multi-state compliance issues.
• Assist with agency audits or investigations and respond to administrative complaints.
• Advise on leave administration practices.
• Address wage and hour and other employment law compliance issues intersecting with paid leave programs (preferred).

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in labor and employment law, with significant exposure to paid leave laws.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; ability to obtain licensure as needed based on office location and client needs.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound interpersonal judgment when working with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with a national team.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Eagerness to learn and stay current on rapidly evolving paid leave laws and enforcement trends.
• Ability to synthesize complex legal requirements into practical, business-focused advice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience assisting with agency audits or investigations.
• Exposure to wage and hour and other employment law compliance issues related to paid leave.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $175,000 to $330,000 annually, including eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Starting pay within the range may vary based on geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.
• Generous benefits package for full-time and part-time employees working at least 50% schedule, including:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans covering employees, spouses/domestic partners, and children.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Ample time off programs.
  • Mental health programs.
  • Family building and caregiving support.
  • Generous paid parental leave.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Wellness program.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Employee referral bonus program.

Location

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Position may be based in any office of the organization.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be licensed to practice law in their state of residence.
• Applicants from Colorado may redact or remove age-identifying information in submitted materials without penalty.
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
• This posting is a general description of responsibilities and is not exhaustive.

Note: Recruitment agencies are not being considered for this position.