Labor Law Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Labor Law Attorney for their New York City office. The Labor Law Attorney will play a pivotal role in handling a broad spectrum of labor-related matters, including NLRB proceedings, union elections, representation hearings, arbitrations, grievances, positive employee relations, and collective bargaining negotiations. Exceptional writing, oral advocacy skills, and a strong academic background are essential. The ideal candidate must possess an active law license in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility for admission to the applicable Bar.

Duties:

• Represent clients in NLRB proceedings, union elections, and representation hearings.
• Manage arbitrations and grievances arising from labor disputes.
• Provide strategic counsel on positive employee relations and collective bargaining negotiations.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis on labor law issues.
• Draft various legal documents, including complaints, motions, and briefs.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and administrative bodies.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of traditional labor law experience, preferably on the management side or with experience at the NLRB.
• Proficiency in handling NLRB proceedings, union elections, representation hearings, arbitrations, grievances, positive employee relations, and collective bargaining negotiations.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and oral advocacy.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Active law license in the applicable jurisdiction, or eligibility for admission to the applicable Bar.

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admission to the applicable Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Expertise in labor law.
• Negotiation prowess.
• Effective case management.
• Client counseling abilities.
• Advanced legal research and writing skills.
• Persuasive oral advocacy capabilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
• Medical savings accounts.
• Firm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Program.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and attorney leave for various reasons, including birth or adoption of a child and personal and/or family health.
• Paid Bar dues, approved Bar association memberships, and CLE expenses.
• Excellent work-life programs, including service bonuses, back-up child and elder care, and employee discount program.

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.