Labor and Employment Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced civil litigator or labor lawyer in Issaquah, WA, to advocate for public sector labor unions and employees. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of traditional labor law experience, including litigation of unfair labor practice charges, labor arbitration, and advising on labor law matters.

Duties

• Advocate for public sector labor unions and employees.
• Litigate unfair labor practice charges and grievances in labor arbitration.
• Advise on labor law matters and collective bargaining.
• Conduct case law research and draft briefs and motions.
• Negotiate contracts and represent clients in litigation.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of traditional labor law experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Ability to distill complex issues into concise client communications.
• Commitment to public service or effective employee representation.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Washington Bar License (preferred).

Skills

• Proficiency in negotiating contracts and litigation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong work ethic and service-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

This Washington based law firm practices exclusively in public sector labor law. They have successfully represented numerous public and safety labor organizations throughout the region. Additionally, they deal with employment law and try to seek rights for employees facing discrimination, wage related problems, bullying or any other hurdle in their organizations. The firm has a passion for its services and has effectively worked on issues related to free speech, political rights, privacy, religious rights, age or gender related discrimination, racial & disability discrimination, contracts, bad faith, worker's compensation and wage & hour cases, among others. The members of this firm are extremely skilled in handling negotiations, arbitrations, agreements, collective rights enforcement, claims and disputes, as well as working towards securing the rights of their clients.