Employment Law Partner - School District Defense
As a leading legal team continues its strategic growth, we are seeking a highly experienced Employment Law Partner to specialize in school district defense litigation. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned legal professional with strong public sector employment law expertise and a successful track record advising educational institutions.
Key Responsibilities: Litigation & Risk Management
- Represent school districts in legal matters involving employment disputes (e.g., wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation).
- Lead all stages of litigation including discovery, motion practice, and resolution.
- Handle agency complaints with EEOC, state labor boards, and other relevant entities.
Strategic Legal Counsel
- Advise school leadership teams, HR departments, and boards on compliance with Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and other relevant laws.
- Provide proactive legal strategies to reduce risk and enhance compliance, particularly with union and collective bargaining matters.
Policy Development & Compliance
- Draft and review employment policies, contracts, and guidelines to ensure legal alignment.
- Ensure that staff conduct, discipline, and termination procedures comply with state and federal education and employment law.
Training & Education
- Deliver workshops and training sessions on legal topics including discrimination prevention, tenure practices, and union negotiations.
- Guide HR teams and administrators on best practices in employee relations and litigation prevention.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years of employment law experience, with at least 80% focused on employment litigation in the past 5 years.
- Experience representing school districts or public entities in defense litigation.
- Proven civil trial experience preferred (1st or 2nd chair roles).
- Must have exclusively defense-side litigation experience.
- Active and in good standing with the California State Bar.
Work Location Options
- El Segundo, CA
- Fresno, CA
- Oakland, CA
- Ontario, CA
- Orange, CA
- Redding, CA
- Sacramento, CA
- San Diego, CA
- San Jose, CA
- Westlake Village, CA
Perks and Benefits
- Unlimited PTO for attorneys
- Remote flexibility with office access in multiple cities
- Comprehensive health coverage including dental, vision, and pet insurance
- 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) with employer matching after one year
- Vacation credit accrual
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Regular team events and holiday celebrations
- Casual, collaborative work environment
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This position is listed as contract and able to be worked remotely.