Traditional Labor Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Traditional Labor Associate in New York City, NY. The ideal candidate will have 3-8 years of experience in traditional labor law, including collective bargaining and labor arbitrations. This hybrid position allows for work from any office in the United States.

• Duties
• Engage in collective bargaining and union campaigns.
• Litigate unfair labor practice cases.
• Represent clients in labor arbitrations.
• Advise on labor law compliance and strategy.

• Requirements
• 3-8 years of traditional labor law experience.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of residence.
• Strong academic credentials.

• Education
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

• Certifications
• State Bar admission.

• Skills
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

• Benefits
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Superior 401(k) plan.
• Generous paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee referral bonus program.

This New York law firm is one of the nation's largest firm specializing exclusively in labor and employment law. Attorneys based in the New York office enjoy a small firm atmosphere, but at the same time have the legal resources, technical support and entrepreneurial vision of a large firm with a prestigious national reputation. Attorneys in the New York office, like attorneys in all offices of the firm, represent clients in virtually every facet of American industry. Most of the New York attorneys are generalists, and new associates are provided with exposure to the multitude of components of the firm's broad employment practice. The firm sponsors an annual five-day training program for all new attorneys where many practical subjects are discussed over this weeklong orientation. In addition, all new associates are assigned to a shareholder who serves as a mentor to promote and support their professional development. The firm offers market salaries and strongly encourages all attorneys to spend at least 25 hours per year in advising nonprofit organizations on employment-related issues. Due to the recent success of the firm, the New York office anticipates continued excitement and dynamic growth.