Senior Employment Law Attorney

El Segundo, CA

Full Time

Legal

Senior Manager/Supervisor

Top Tier Reps is seeking a Senior Employment Law Attorney with 10+ years of experience in employment litigation, specifically involving public school districts. This position is ideal for attorneys with deep expertise in defending school districts in complex employment matters, and a passion for guiding public entities through regulatory and legal compliance challenges.

Responsibilities:

Litigation & Risk Management

Defend school districts in employment matters, including wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation cases
Manage agency complaints filed with EEOC, DFEH, PERB, and other labor boards
Conduct discovery, draft motions, handle settlement negotiations, and participate in hearings or trials

Client Advisory & Strategy

Provide legal counsel to school boards, superintendents, and HR personnel
Guide clients through ADA, FMLA, Title IX, California Education Code, and employment compliance issues
Advise on union issues, labor disputes, and employee discipline matters

Policy Review & Compliance

Draft and revise employee handbooks, contracts, and disciplinary procedures
Ensure employment policies align with local, state, and federal education employment laws
Monitor changes in legislation affecting school district employment practices

Training & Education

Conduct legal trainings for school HR teams and administrators
Lead workshops on best practices for compliance, employee relations, and legal risk prevention

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active member of the California State Bar in good standing
Minimum of 10 years of employment litigation defense experience
Prior experience representing school districts required
Public entity defense and trial experience preferred
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills
Strong leadership and case management abilities

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary with quarterly bonus opportunities
Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for attorneys
90 additional credit hours annually for vacation
Remote flexibility and/or premium office locations
Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
Firm-paid life insurance
11 paid holidays + military leave
401(k) with employer matching (after 1 year)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Accelerated partnership track
Ongoing legal training and professional development
Employee referral and discount programs
Casual dress code and collaborative culture
Cell phone reimbursement

Work Environment Requirements:

Mental: Ability to handle multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and meet deadlines
Physical: Keyboarding, computer use, occasional travel
Visual/Auditory: Standard vision, hearing, and verbal communication

How to Apply:
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter. No calls or faxes, please.

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