TRADITIONAL LABOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (HYBRID)- MULTI-OFFICES

Overview

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Traditional Labor Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Practice Group. This role is suited for an attorney with substantial traditional labor law experience who wants to work on sophisticated matters for a diverse client base within a fast-paced, nationally recognized practice. The position offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and collaboration with seasoned practitioners handling complex and high-stakes traditional labor issues.

This is a hybrid position with multiple U.S. office locations available.

Responsibilities

• Represent management in traditional labor matters, including collective bargaining negotiations and grievance arbitrations
• Handle unfair labor practice charges and proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
• Advise employers on union organizing campaigns and labor relations strategy
• Provide day-to-day counseling on labor law compliance and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices on complex, multi-jurisdictional labor matters

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction (state of residence), in good standing
• 3 to 8 years of substantive experience in traditional labor law
• Substantial experience with collective bargaining, unfair labor practice litigation, union campaigns, and labor arbitrations
• Demonstrated ability to advise employers on labor relations strategy and day-to-day labor matters
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating effectively within team-based environments
• Experience gained in a large or sophisticated labor and employment practice preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $170,000 – $330,000 annually, commensurate with experience and education
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement and 401(k) plans
• Generous paid time off
• Parental leave
• Mental health and wellness programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional employee benefits and resources

Location

Available office locations include:

• Alabama: Birmingham
• Alaska: Anchorage
• Arizona: Phoenix
• Arkansas: Fayetteville
• California: Fresno, Sacramento, Santa Maria, San Diego, San Jose, Walnut Creek, Irvine, San Francisco, Los Angeles (Downtown)
• Colorado: Denver
• Connecticut: New Haven
• District of Columbia: Washington
• Florida: Miami, Orlando
• Georgia: Atlanta
• Hawaii: Honolulu
• Illinois: Chicago
• Indiana: Indianapolis
• Kansas: Overland Park
• Kentucky: Lexington
• Maine: Portland
• Massachusetts: Boston
• Michigan: Detroit
• Minnesota: Minneapolis
• Missouri: Kansas City, St. Louis
• Nevada: Reno, Las Vegas
• New Jersey: Newark
• New Mexico: Albuquerque
• New York: New York City, Long Island, Rochester
• North Carolina: Charlotte
• Ohio: Columbus, Cleveland
• Oregon: Portland
• Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
• Puerto Rico: San Juan
• Rhode Island: Providence
• South Carolina: Greenville
• Tennessee: Nashville, Memphis
• Texas: Dallas, Houston, Austin
• Utah: Salt Lake City
• Virginia: Tysons Corner
• Washington: Seattle
• West Virginia: Charleston
• Wisconsin: Milwaukee, Madison

Application

Candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript for consideration.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.