Labor Law Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Labor Law Attorney for their Kansas City office. The Labor Law Attorney will be responsible for handling NLRB proceedings, union elections, representation hearings, arbitrations, grievances, positive employee relations, collective bargaining, and related contract negotiations. Excellent writing, oral advocacy skills, and academic qualifications are essential. The candidate must possess an active law license in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility to become admitted to the applicable Bar.

Duties:

• Represent clients in NLRB proceedings, including unfair labor practice charges.
• Manage union elections and representation hearings.
• Handle arbitrations and grievances.
• Provide legal counsel on positive employee relations strategies.
• Conduct collective bargaining negotiations and draft related contracts.
• Research and analyze labor laws and regulations.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs, motions, and agreements.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and regulatory agencies.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of traditional labor law experience, preferably management-side or experience at the NLRB.
• Strong understanding of labor laws, regulations, and NLRB procedures.
• Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Active law license in the applicable jurisdiction, or eligibility to become admitted to the applicable Bar.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admission to the Bar in the applicable jurisdiction.

Skills:

• NLRB proceedings.
• Union elections and representation hearings.
• Arbitrations and grievances.
• Collective bargaining and contract negotiations.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Written and oral advocacy.
• Client counseling.
• Time management and organization.

This firm is home to nearly 500 attorneys spread across 13 offices nationwide, an excellent size for associates and partners alike. The firm offers a full suite of practice areas and caters to businesses of many sizes and industries, with particularly strong litigation and corporate services. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and pro bono service, this is an excellent firm at which to work.