Labor & Employment/Investigation Attorney

Our San Diego office is currently seeking a dedicated Labor & Employment Attorney to join our Labor and Employment and Investigations team. This is a great opportunity for an attorney who thrives on meaningful work, values collaboration, and wants to make a lasting impact on communities throughout California. This position will primarily focus on investigations related to employment law, including employee dismissals and public agency defense. Representative employment- related investigations may include, for example, matters related to unlawful discrimination, employee misconduct, retaliation, sexual harassment, and Title IX. We are looking for individuals with up to 3 years of experience in labor & employment with a passion for public entity representation. Duties & Responsibilities •Advise public agency clients on personnel matters including hiring, discipline, and termination. •Handle matters related to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and employee leave laws. •Represent clients in administrative hearings, grievance arbitrations, and collective bargaining negotiations. •Assist clients with labor compliance, policy development, and internal investigations. Qualifications •Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. •Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing. •Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. •Strong interest working with public agencies or school districts. •Knowledge of California labor and employment laws. Salary - $120,000 - $225,000/year Lozano Smith is committed to giving all employees the opportunity to experience meaningful, impactful work. We consider a variety of factors, including skills, qualifications, and experience, among others. We provide competitive salary, benefits, and bonus programs. Lozano Smith does not accept unsolicited resumes from legal search firms, recruiters, or employment agencies. Only candidates submitted under a current, fully executed agreement, signed by the Firm’s Executive Director, will be considered. All submissions must go through the Firm’s designated applicant tracking system. Recruiters who wish to be considered as an approved agency must contact Human Resources Director, Paula Shockley (jobs@lozanosmith.com). Candidates who have previously applied, been interviewed, or are otherwise known to Lozano Smith will be considered unsolicited. No fee or commission will be paid for such candidates. Recruiters and agencies may not post, distribute, or advertise the Firm’s job openings whether in print or electronically, including on LinkedIn, job boards, social media platforms, or other online forums, without prior written permission. All approved postings must link directly to Lozano Smith’s official careers page and may not modify job descriptions/postings. By submitting candidates or posting positions, recruiters acknowledge and agree to this policy. Lozano Smith reserves all rights, including legal remedies, for any unauthorized submissions or postings.