Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, Inc. · 1 month ago
Labor And Employment Attorney
Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, Inc. is a statewide labor and employment firm with a focus on supporting public safety and public-sector professionals. The firm is seeking an attorney to represent clients in various employment-related matters, including wrongful termination and discrimination, while also having the opportunity to work on criminal defense cases.
ConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Represent public-safety and public-sector employees in disciplinary, benefits, and employment-related matters
Handle cases involving wrongful termination, harassment, retaliation, discrimination, and workplace misconduct
Advocate before state and federal courts, the California State Personnel Board, CalPERS, local personnel boards, and pension systems
Analyze complex federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements
Draft legal briefs, administrative submissions, discovery, motions, and settlement agreements
Provide strategic legal counsel and maintain strong client communication
Senior attorneys will additionally lead litigation strategy, supervise colleagues, and manage complex or high-stakes cases
Qualification
Required
J.D. and active California Bar membership
Experience level consistent with the desired tier (0–3, 3–7, or 7+ years)
Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities
Commitment to employee-side representation and client advocacy
Preferred
Experience with public-sector or public-safety employment law
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, Inc.
Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, Inc., provides a full scope of legal services for labor and employment matters, including representation of unions such as peace officer and firefighter organizations, litigation of personal injury and wage and hour claims for individual employees.