Litigation Labor and Employment Attorney

Job Title: Litigation Labor and Employment Attorney

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm, located in Chicago, IL, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Labor and Employment Attorney to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual passionate about labor law to represent and counsel employers on a broad range of labor-related matters. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in collective bargaining, union elections, strikes, picketing, and handling unfair labor practice cases before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

Duties:

• Manage multiple complex legal matters simultaneously, from initiation to resolution.
• Provide legal counsel on various labor and employment law matters.
• Represent clients in collective bargaining negotiations, union elections, strikes, picketing, and unfair labor practice cases.
• Work closely with a team of attorneys, offering support in high-level strategic matters.
• Deliver exceptional client service through quality legal work and adherence to billing expectations.
• Contribute to business generation efforts and client relationship management.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards within the legal profession.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in labor and employment law, specifically with matters like collective bargaining, union elections, and NLRB cases.
• 5+ years of experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of cases independently.
• Demonstrated interest in advancing a career in litigation.
• Proficiency in billable hours and client service expectations.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois or Missouri (or eligible to become licensed).

Skills:

• Strong decision-making capabilities, with the ability to consult and collaborate with other attorneys on client matters.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for interactions with both internal teams and external clients.
• Leadership ability, particularly in delegating tasks and managing junior staff or support teams.
• A strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development, including mastering new areas of law and technology.
• Team player who can effectively collaborate with colleagues and take on leadership roles in client matters.

Job Location:

• Chicago, IL