Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Pittsburgh office, specializing in labor and employment law. The ideal candidate will bring 4-6 years of experience counseling clients on a variety of labor-related issues. This role focuses primarily on advising public sector clients and includes opportunities for growth in collective bargaining, litigation, grievance arbitration, and handling employment law matters. The firm values proactive solutions and offers a collaborative environment where attorneys can grow their skills while contributing to the firm's success.

Duties

• Draft bargaining proposals and responses to grievances.
• Prepare research memos, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints and respond to administrative agency complaints.
• Represent clients in legal matters involving labor disputes, including employment discrimination and pension issues.
• Assist with litigation defense in employment-related claims before state and federal courts, including civil rights matters.
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations and grievance or interest arbitration.
• Engage in appellate litigation and represent clients before agencies such as the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board, PHRC, EEOC, and Department of Labor.
• Provide legal counsel to clients on employment-related issues, developing strategies for addressing workplace challenges.
• Research relevant case law, statutes, and regulations impacting labor and employment matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Pennsylvania State Bar license.
• 4-6 years of experience in labor and employment law, with a focus on public sector representation (preferred).
• Proven experience in collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, and litigating employment law matters.
• Experience with pension disputes and employment discrimination/civil rights cases is a plus.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to handle a high caseload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• A commitment to providing exceptional legal services and developing innovative solutions.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Pennsylvania State Bar License (Required).

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and utilizing resources like Westlaw or similar databases.
• Strong written communication skills for drafting legal documents, including memos, briefs, and proposals.
• Knowledge of labor and employment law, particularly in the public sector.
• Experience in litigation, including representing clients in arbitration, mediation, and courtroom settings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively under pressure.
• Bilingual (Spanish) skills are a plus.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility (remote and in-office options).
• Supportive work environment fostering professional growth.
• Opportunities to publish and present at legal forums.
• Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.

This Pennsylvania based law firm staffs thirteen highly qualified lawyers. Areas of practice are labor-employment law, municipal-school law, administrative law and appellate law. The firm's attorneys have received top reviews from a leading law periodical over the years. Moreover, the attorneys participate in industry events.