Labor & Employment Associate and Partner Job at Lord Gurman & Lewis (Hartford County)

Senior labor and employment associate

A top-tier Connecticut law firm is looking to hire a senior labor and employment...

Location

United States , Fairfield County

Salary:

190000.00 - 215000.00 USD / Year

Lord Gurman & Lewis

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6 - 10 years of experience
Excellent academic credentials
Admitted to the Connecticut bar
Experience in handling a broad range of labor and employment matters including both counseling and litigation

Job Responsibility

Work closely with two partners in the firm’s L&E practice

Fulltime

Associate Attorney

Robert Half is recruiting an Associate Attorney for the Sacramento office of its...

Location

United States , Sacramento

Salary:

120000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of California
At least one year of experience practicing law, preferably in labor and employment, education, or public law
Strong academic background with excellent analytical and writing abilities
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive investigations and act as a neutral party
Proven track record of prioritizing tasks and meeting tight deadlines
Ambition to grow professionally and develop a personal book of business
Knowledge of legal areas such as administrative law, civil rights, and employment law

Job Responsibility

Work alongside highly regarded labor & employment partners to do investigations at private and public sector workplaces and university campuses (incl. some Title IX work)
Do on-site witness interviews and investigations
Analyze and prepare comprehensive investigative reports of findings
Help case manage, counsel, and defend against various labor & employment grievances in administrative hearings

What we offer

Monthly productivity bonuses
Annual discretionary bonus totaling $15,000 to $40,000/yr
Profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan

Fulltime

Employment Attorney

We are looking for an experienced Employment Attorney to join a congenial boutiq...

Location

United States , Berkeley

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active California Bar admission in good standing
At least three years of experience handling PAGA litigation and related employment cases
Proficiency in drafting motions, briefs, and conducting discovery processes
Strong knowledge of California labor and employment laws
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
Experience in civil litigation and class action lawsuits
Strong organizational and analytical skills for case strategy development

Job Responsibility

Manage all aspects of PAGA litigation, including case evaluation, discovery processes, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court
Provide legal counsel to clients regarding California labor and employment laws
Collaborate effectively with partners and associates to achieve favorable outcomes for clients
Conduct thorough legal research and prepare well-structured motions and briefs
Oversee case management tasks to ensure timely and efficient handling of litigation
Develop strategies for class action and employment-related litigation cases
Participate in settlement negotiations and mediation efforts
Maintain compliance with legal standards and regulations while representing clients' interests

What we offer

health insurance
paid time off
retirement savings plans

Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment

The Associate General Counsel, Employment & Corporate will report to Hadrian's G...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

250000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Hadrian Automation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership
10 - 15+ years of experience practicing employment law, preferably with exposure to non-exempt / hourly workforce matters in-house and/or in a law firm environment
Experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or operational workforce is highly desirable
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour, leave, and accommodations compliance, as well as labor practices
Hands-on experience building and advising on compliance systems
Hands-on experience drafting policies, employment agreements, training materials, and compliance documentation
Strong judgment and ability to advise senior leadership on strategic and operational decisions
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Job Responsibility

Advise on all aspects of labor and employment law, including: Wage and hour compliance
Hiring, termination, and performance management
Policies, handbooks, and employment agreements
Leaves of absence, accommodations, and workforce issues
Support workforce planning initiatives
Partner with cross-functional teams (People, Finance, Operations) to operationalize employment law compliance in a fast-paced advanced manufacturing environment
Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements and related documents
Develop and maintain policies, playbooks, trainings, and guidance for managers and employees
Serve as a subject matter expert on HR and employment law best practices, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws
Support any internal investigations or audits

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
401k
Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need
Flexible vacation policy

Fulltime

Associate General Counsel

The Associate General Counsel role will be responsible for all labor and employm...

Location

United States , Morristown; Plano; Boston; St. Petersburg; St. Louis (Corp)

Salary:

169000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year

Zelis

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. degree from an accredited law school, admitted to practice
7+ years of relevant professional legal experience practicing labor/employment law in a large law firm or an in-house legal department
Strong experience overseeing and managing the review, drafting and negotiating of employment contracts
Experience in a growing organization, including the establishment of systems and processes that enable the legal function to scale and develop efficiencies
Strong commercial sensibilities, and ability to work closely with businesspeople on their terms, and to negotiate complex commercial terms as well as legal terms
Growth mindset, strong attention to detail, excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Able to work and act decisively in a fast-paced, high activity environment
comfortable in managing and responding to messages quickly and balancing multiple deals at one time
Team attitude that no job is too big or too small
Strategic and pragmatic thinking

Job Responsibility

Act as primary legal partner for the P&C Team
Advise and provide counsel to executive stakeholders across the enterprise on strategic organizational and employment matters
Provide rapid, practical, and business-oriented legal advice to P&C Team on day-to-day employment-related matters
Develop and optimize processes for legal review of employment related decisions such as involuntary terminations
Advise on legal matters related to employee benefits and ERISA compliance
Partner with litigation team colleagues on employment and labor litigation
Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures for the P&C Team
Work closely with the P&C Team to create a trusted relationship
Lead and conduct investigations for sensitive employee matters
Draft and negotiate of a variety of executive employment contracts

What we offer

401k plan with employer match
flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leaves
life and disability insurance
health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Fulltime

Litigation Attorney – Employment

Location

United States , South Orange County

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4–9 years of civil litigation experience, with a strong focus on employment law
Demonstrated experience handling: Single-plaintiff employment claims
Exposure to class actions and/or PAGA matters strongly preferred
Experience in California state courts required (federal experience is a plus)
Advanced motion practice experience: Proven ability to draft and argue dispositive motions (MSJs highly preferred)
Strong deposition experience: Ability to take and defend key depositions with minimal supervision
Familiarity with: California Labor Code
FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act)
Wage & hour laws and compliance frameworks
Active, in good standing with the California State Bar (required)

Job Responsibility

Independently manage a caseload of employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
Handle: Wage & hour claims (including PAGA and class actions)
Wrongful termination
Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
Draft, review, and argue: Motions (demurrers, motions to strike, MSJs)
Discovery motions
Pretrial motions and briefs
Oversee all phases of discovery, including: Drafting and responding to written discovery (interrogatories, RFAs, RFPs)
Taking and defending party, witness, and expert depositions
Develop discovery strategy aligned with case objectives and risk mitigation

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Director, Human Resources Compliance

The Director, Human Resources Compliance (U.S./Canada) leads employment complian...

Location

United States , Bethesda

Salary:

126900.00 - 211400.00 USD / Year

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of progressive HR compliance experience, including significant responsibility in a U.S. federal contractor environment
Deep expertise in OFCCP regulations, affirmative action planning (including veterans and individuals with disabilities), and EEO compliance
Experience supporting a partially unionized workforce and partnering with Labor Relations teams
Strong understanding of U.S. federal employment laws and Canadian federal and provincial employment standards
Proven ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed HR organization with shared services and centers of expertise
Bachelor’s degree required
advanced degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Own and lead HR compliance strategy for the U.S. and Canada, aligned to global HR governance and local regulatory requirements
Direct all federal contractor compliance activities, including Affirmative Action Plans for Veterans and people with disabilities, VEVRAA, and Section 503
Lead OFCCP compliance evaluations, audits, and desk reviews in partnership with the Employment Law department
Consult and serve as subject matter expert on EEO compliance, including anti-discrimination, harassment prevention, accommodations, and accessibility obligations
Oversee implementation of mandatory EEO and compliance training programs for associates and leaders
monitor timely completion and prepare audit-ready records
Coordinate timely updates of associate handbooks
Ensure timely delivery and posting of all required federal, state, provincial, and local employment law notices, including for onboarding, offboarding, and career websites
Direct preparation and submission of all required regulatory reports, including EEO-1, VETS-4212, and applicable pay or workforce reports, including state and local reports
Partner with Labor Relations to ensure compliance practices align with collective bargaining agreements for union-represented employees

What we offer

401(k) plan
stock purchase plan
discounts at Marriott properties
commuter benefits
employee assistance plan
childcare discounts
medical coverage
dental coverage
vision coverage
health care flexible spending account

Fulltime

Director, Human Resources Compliance

The Director, Human Resources Compliance (U.S./Canada) leads employment complian...

Location

United States , Bethesda

Salary:

126900.00 - 211400.00 USD / Year

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of progressive HR compliance experience, including significant responsibility in a U.S. federal contractor environment
Deep expertise in OFCCP regulations, affirmative action planning (including veterans and individuals with disabilities), and EEO compliance
Experience supporting a partially unionized workforce and partnering with Labor Relations teams
Strong understanding of U.S. federal employment laws and Canadian federal and provincial employment standards
Proven ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed HR organization with shared services and centers of expertise
Bachelor’s degree required
advanced degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Own and lead HR compliance strategy for the U.S. and Canada, aligned to global HR governance and local regulatory requirements
Direct all federal contractor compliance activities, including Affirmative Action Plans for Veterans and people with disabilities, VEVRAA, and Section 503
Lead OFCCP compliance evaluations, audits, and desk reviews in partnership with the Employment Law department
Consult and serve as subject matter expert on EEO compliance, including anti-discrimination, harassment prevention, accommodations, and accessibility obligations
Oversee implementation of mandatory EEO and compliance training programs for associates and leaders
monitor timely completion and prepare audit-ready records
Coordinate timely updates of associate handbooks
Ensure timely delivery and posting of all required federal, state, provincial, and local employment law notices, including for onboarding, offboarding, and career websites
Direct preparation and submission of all required regulatory reports, including EEO-1, VETS-4212, and applicable pay or workforce reports, including state and local reports
Partner with Labor Relations to ensure compliance practices align with collective bargaining agreements for union-represented employees

What we offer

401(k) plan
stock purchase plan
discounts at Marriott properties
commuter benefits
employee assistance plan
childcare discounts
medical coverage
dental coverage
vision coverage
health care flexible spending account

Fulltime

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