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Philadelphia office of our client seeks mid-level traditional labor associate attorney with 4-6 years of experience. The candidate will be training and counseling clients concerning traditional labor issues, assisting with grievance arbitrations, unfair labor practice charges, and policy drafting. Will be having direct and independent client counseling of in-house attorneys, human resources professionals, and managers on wide array of labor and employment issues, including individual terminations, reductions in force (including adverse impact analyses and OWBPA disclosures), compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations (including ADA, FMLA, FLSA, WARN, and whistleblower and anti-retaliation laws), classification of workers as employees or independent contractors, mergers and acquisitions, and internal investigations. Drafting and negotiating employment agreements, restrictive covenant agreements, employment policies, and separation and release agreements. Should have traditional labor experience representing employers in National Labor Relations Board proceedings, union avoidance, collective bargaining and labor arbitration. Legal

The candidate must be an excellent writer with finely honed analytical skills, able to handle multiple matters with independence and sound judgement, and able to work effectively and efficiently. Should possess strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

This Pennsylvania-based firm has done everything in its power to make its many offices across the country as powerful as its main office. This full service firm provides strategic counsel to the financial services, technology, and health care industries, as well as clients with global business needs. They represent the interests of clients both large and small, in a broad spectrum of legal concerns. New associates are given substantial responsibility and begin working directly with clients early in their careers. Attorneys foster a supportive environment for their associates to succeed, and their merit-based compensation program reflects the incentives they offer. The fun thing about this firm is they tend to be much more flexible in allowing their associates to explore new areas of practice. We encourage qualified lawyers to consider this firm seriously, especially with its strong ties to the banking community and strong corporate practice. Stable, secure, and profitable, this firm may not be the most youthful place to work, but it is a smart place to build a career.