Employment Litigation Associate

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate with 3 to 5 years of experience in management-side employment law litigation and counseling. The role offers the chance to work with a broad array of clients ranging from innovative startups to established Fortune 500 companies in industries such as technology, life sciences, green energy, and cleantech. The ideal candidate will be involved in significant litigation cases, advising clients on employment mobility, day-to-day employment law issues, and complex corporate transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Litigate employment-related cases, including trade secret misappropriation, non-compete agreements, sexual harassment, and discrimination claims.
• Provide daily legal advice to fast-growing companies on a range of employment matters, such as terminations, leaves of absence, and policy drafting.
• Counsel clients on employment mobility issues, including trade secrets and non-solicitation agreements.
• Advise clients on employment-related concerns in corporate mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.
• Conduct internal investigations and provide recommendations to resolve potential disputes.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to craft effective strategies in handling employment law matters.

Skills and Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of management-side employment law litigation experience.
• Strong background in advising technology companies on employment law issues.
• Experience handling trade secret matters, non-compete agreements, and employment disputes.
• Expertise in counseling clients during corporate transactions, particularly regarding employment matters.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Active membership in the California Bar preferred, with residency in Palo Alto or San Francisco highly desirable.

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary range of $260,000 to $365,000, depending on experience and year classification.
• Discretionary merit bonuses based on performance.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits covering the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing options.
• Paid parental leave, parenting support concierge, and telemedicine.
• Backup childcare and tutoring services, along with career coaching for working parents.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with firm contribution and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan with pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Voluntary long-term care insurance, critical illness, hospitalization, accident insurance, and pet insurance.
• Firm-paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE), bar review fees, and bar dues.
• Monthly wellness reimbursements and 24/7 access to emotional and behavioral health support.

Application Process for Employment Litigation Associates

If you are a motivated litigation associate eager to make a significant impact in employment law, we invite you to apply. Please click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and dedication to excellence in legal practice. We look forward to discovering how your expertise can enhance our team’s capabilities.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes equal opportunity. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, guaranteeing equitable hiring practices without discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

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