Labor & employment lawyer Job at Axiom Law (Toronto)

Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment

Senior Legal Counsel providing labor and employment legal assistance including t...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte, North Carolina, Tempe, Arizona, or San Antonio, Texas

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required from an accredited law school
Bar admission and license to practice law in the U.S., member in good standing
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience, specifically in labor and employment law area of practice
Prior experience working in a large law firm preferred
Experience with employee health and welfare
Ability to draft documents and policies in a concise manner for non-lawyers
Must have advanced breadth and depth of practical and academic knowledge of federal, state, and municipal labor and employment laws/regulations, with proven working knowledge of issues related to the EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB, ADEA, ADA, Title VII, WARN, discrimination and equal pay claims
Substantial experience with delivering advice and counsel to business clients such as Human Resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and able to quickly troubleshoot issues and provide solutions

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice and counseling on employment law issues and legal support to HR teams
Provide tactical and strategic legal advice and counseling to HR leadership
Review and provide guidance on HR or employment related contracts and agreements
Draft, review, and provide advice on employee agreements including severance and separation agreements
Partner with business units and HR teams to internally handle employment law claims
Retain and manage outside counsel for lawsuits and employment law claims
Identify gaps and opportunities in HR operations and processes
Provide legal guidance on business reorganizations, reductions in force, and outsourcing
Provide legal guidance on transactions, acquisitions, and divestitures
Develop and deploy training on labor and employment issues

What we offer

Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, etc.)
Possibility of enrolling in a defined contribution plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple partners
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Learning opportunities to develop new skills

Fulltime

Labour & Employment Lawyer

We are currently seeking an Employment Lawyer with 3-6+ years of in-house experi...

Location

Canada

Salary:

Not provided

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3-6+ years of experience as an employment lawyer in-house with mid to large corporations, with extensive experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment agreements, policies, and handbooks
Proven ability to counsel clients on complex employment and labor law issues, conduct thorough investigations, and handle reductions in force while ensuring compliance and minimizing legal risks
Active license to practice law in Ontario with exceptional analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills, alongside strong project management capabilities and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Experience with collective bargaining and union negotiations, coupled with a current awareness of provincial and federal employment legislation, industry trends, and best practices
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong client-service orientation, demonstrated commercial acumen, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment
Active Ontario bar license

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements, employee handbooks, policies, and protocols to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Collaborate closely with business clients to provide tailored legal advice and practical solutions for corporate and employment challenges
Develop and implement strategies for effective dispute resolution and risk management related to employment matters
Conduct thorough investigations into employment-related issues, ensuring fair and timely resolution
Advise on reductions in force, ensuring compliance and minimizing legal risks
Maintain and strengthen collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, including HR, management, and other business units
Stay informed of legislative and regulatory changes to proactively address potential impacts on the organization

What we offer

Medical, dental, and more
Access to professional development resources and learning and development programs

Litigation Attorney

Thriving defense firm in DTLA is seeking a dynamic litigation attorney to join t...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must hold a professional law degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Must possess a minimum of 2 years of professional experience as an Attorney or Lawyer
Must have a valid license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
Proven experience in Briefing, Civil Litigation, Claim Administration, Complaint Handling, and Consumer Electronics
Experience as a Litigation Attorney is essential
Previous exposure to Civil Litigation is preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to resolve complex legal issues
Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice on labor & employment issues and civil litigation matters
Handle a volume of cases from inception through trial
Conduct depositions, discovery, and trial preparations
Represent clients in court and make regular court appearances
Develop strategies for handling cases and legal issues
Mentor and provide training to junior staff members
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
Use skills in briefing, civil litigation, claim administration, complaint handling, and consumer electronics to provide the best legal services to our clients
Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal secretaries for case management
Work closely with insurance carriers on case details and updates

What we offer

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

Fulltime