Litigation - Attorney - Labor and Employment

Litigation - Attorney - Labor and Employment Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking an experienced Employment & Labor Attorney to join its St. Louis office. The ideal candidate will have experience with a broad range of employment and labor matters related to advising and representing private and public employers. Candidates should have experience developing policies and procedures, conducting workplace investigations, advising on non‑compete and trade secret matters, drafting employment‑related documents including, but not limited to, employment agreements and restrictive covenant agreements, and experience with administrative charges and litigation of employment discrimination, wage and hour, and restrictive covenant cases. Attorneys have an exciting opportunity to learn from and work closely with energetic, highly experienced legal practitioners in a friendly, cooperative environment. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Simultaneously handles the high‑level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression, from inception to conclusion Possesses strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and clients Demonstrates an ability to work independently and productively and show a strong interest in advancing a career in litigation Produces quality legal work and bills the required amounts of hours to ensure excellent client services Manages business and assists in the generation of business through group and individual efforts Complies with the very highest ethical standards of the legal profession Required Education: Juris Doctor Required Licenses and/or Certifications: Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Missouri; must maintain applicable license renewal and CLE requirements Preferred Experience: 3+ years’ experience as a licensed attorney at a law firm. Candidates who have experience representing and counseling public and private employers on a broad range of employment and labor matters. It is a plus if candidates have (or are interested in developing) experience with a broad range of traditional labor matters, such as representing and counseling employers in collective bargaining negotiation, union elections, strikes, picketing, campaigns, unfair labor practice cases before the NLRB, and other conflicts between management and labor unions. Supervisory Responsibilities: Indirect - actively utilizes support staff or junior associates to ensure client satisfaction Physical Activity: The employee will be required to sit (or utilize a standing desk) for prolonged periods and work on a computer Travel Required: Generally, less than 10%, however, this will be case specific and may, at times, involve more travel. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace. Salary Range: Ranges are fluid depending on experience, areas of expertise, licenses, etc. We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alaska Department of Law