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An established law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Law Paralegal to support attorneys advising special districts and other public entities, including both established districts and the organization and formation of new special districts. This role is integral to the firm’s public‑sector employment practice and requires strong employment law knowledge, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex, time‑sensitive matters in a law‑firm environment.
Job Responsibility
Provide direct paralegal support to attorneys handling employment and labor matters for special districts and public entities
Assist with matters involving employee discipline, investigations, accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, discrimination, retaliation, and terminations
Draft and revise employment‑related documents, including personnel policies, employee handbooks, employment agreements, board resolutions, and compliance memoranda
Support attorneys in the formation and organization of new special districts, including employment policies, governance documents, and initial compliance frameworks
Prepare materials for board meetings, public hearings, and executive sessions, including agendas, packets, exhibits, and supporting documentation
Assist with administrative agency matters, internal investigations, and employment‑related disputes
Coordinate responses to employment‑related public records requests and maintain compliant records
Maintain organized electronic and physical case files in accordance with firm and client standards
Track deadlines, filings, and attorney action items
assist with matter management and billing support
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, agencies, and court or administrative personnel
Requirements
Paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program or equivalent experience
3+ years of paralegal experience in employment law, public sector law, or municipal/special district representation
Solid understanding of employment and labor law principles affecting public entities
Experience working in a law firm environment with multiple attorneys and concurrent matters
Strong legal drafting, proofreading, and document‑management skills
Ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines in a fast‑paced practice
High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail