Associate - Labor Law

Job Overview A law firm seeks an enthusiastic midlevel Labor Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join their dynamic Labor Group in Chicago. This role focuses on labor law, requiring candidates with relevant experience. Duties Represent clients in grievance arbitration hearings and unfair labor practice proceedings. Advise clients on union organizing campaigns. Support collective bargaining negotiations. Provide management training on the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). Collaborate with a national team of labor attorneys on complex matters. Requirements 4-6 years of dedicated management-side labor law experience. First-chair experience in grievance arbitration matters. Ability to manage matters independently and lead proceedings. Experience practicing before the NLRB, with first-chair hearing experience preferred. Spanish language skills preferred. Strong writing skills; writing samples may be requested. Education Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Certifications Licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois. Skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in legal research and writing. Benefits Group health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid holidays (10 days). 401(k) plan. Parental leave (10 weeks, not including disability, where applicable). Family care program. Wellness program. Life and accident insurance. Short and long-term disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr