Of Counsel - Traditional Labor Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Of Counsel attorney with significant traditional labor experience to join their team in Sausalito, CA. The role involves representing public‑sector employers, including cities, counties, and special districts throughout California.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chief negotiator or provide support during collective bargaining and meet‑and‑confer processes.
• Represent public employers in unfair labor practice proceedings before PERB, NLRB, or equivalent state agencies.
• Handle labor arbitrations, grievances, and disciplinary appeal hearings.
• Provide day‑to‑day labor and employment advice on employee relations and policy drafting.
• Draft, interpret, and negotiate MOUs, side letters, and labor‑related policies.
• Collaborate on salary surveys, budget analysis, and public‑sector wage and hour issues.
• Partner on litigation, writs of mandate, and complex advisory matters.
• Deliver training on labor relations and employment law.
• Contribute to thought leadership, mentorship, and client development.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active California Bar membership.
• Minimum seven years of legal practice or substantial experience in traditional labor work.
• Strong understanding of federal or California bargaining laws and related regulations.
• Proven experience in collective bargaining, contract negotiations, and labor arbitrations.
• Experience representing or working for public agencies preferred.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and advocacy skills.
• Highly professional, responsive, and collaborative with strong client‑relations skills.
• Experience in public safety negotiations and/or with the Fair Labor Standards Act is a plus.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active California Bar membership.

Skills

• Legal writing and research.
• Advocacy and negotiation.
• Client relations and communication.
• Independent matter management.

Benefits

• Engage in impactful work shaping labor relations for public employers.
• Join a collaborative, high‑performing team.
• Enjoy direct client exposure and leadership opportunities.
• Access professional development and firm‑wide trainings.
• Receive comprehensive benefits and hybrid work flexibility.