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Employment Attorney

Robert Half

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United States , San Jose

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Job Description:

We are offering an engaging opportunity in San Jose, California. We are seeking an Employment Attorney to join our team. In this role, you will be handling various aspects of labor law and employment litigation, managing cases independently, and providing counsel on wage and hour laws among other responsibilities.

Job Responsibility:

Manage cases from inception to conclusion with minimal supervision
Lead counsel on employment litigation cases
Conduct depositions and handle hearings effectively
Provide counsel to clients on various aspects of wage and hour laws
Litigate wage and hour cases, class action cases, as well as employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California state and federal courts
Respond to administrative charges effectively
Familiarize with wage laws, leave, and compliance matters (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, FLSA and Ca Labor Codes)
Develop policies and conduct compliance training
Manage pre-litigation disputes efficiently
Draft motions and other legal documents as required

Requirements:

Must hold a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Should be licensed to practice law in the state
Proven experience as an Employment Attorney in the Services industry is necessary
Extensive knowledge of employment law is essential
Must have experience in employment litigation
Familiarity with conducting depositions is required
Ability to draft motions effectively is a must
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential
Should be able to handle multiple cases with minimal supervision
Must possess strong negotiation skills and the ability to resolve disputes
High level of confidentiality is required
Must be detail-oriented and able to work under pressure
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary
Should have a high degree of ethics and integrity

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

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