Traditional Labor Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Traditional Labor Associate in Kansas City, MO. The ideal candidate will have 3-8 years of experience in traditional labor law, including collective bargaining, unfair labor practice litigation, union campaigns, and labor arbitrations. This hybrid position allows work from any office in the United States. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in their state of residence.

Duties

• Engage in collective bargaining negotiations.
• Litigate unfair labor practice cases.
• Manage union campaigns and representation matters.
• Conduct labor arbitrations.

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 litigation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Superior 401(k) plan.
• Generous paid parental leave.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Wellness and mental health programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee referral bonus program.

This large international firm has expanded their firm all over the world. This more than sixty five year old firm has offices in the USA in states such as Missouri, Arizona, Florida, Illinois, New York, Washington, Oregon, Kansas and many more, as well as offices across multiple ponds including Costa Rica, United Kingdom, France, Canada and more. The more than 1200 attorneys working in these offices specialize in areas of law including Discrimination & Harassment, Employment Benefits, Employment Taxes, Wage & Hour, Energy, Healthcare, Retail and more.