Labor Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a skilled Labor Attorney with a strong background in labor law and employment matters. The ideal candidate should have at least 2+ years of experience handling labor arbitrations, unfair labor practice charges, collective bargaining, and union campaigns.

Duties:

• Represent clients in labor arbitrations, unfair labor practice charges, and collective bargaining negotiations.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on labor and employment law matters.
• Draft legal documents such as contracts, agreements, and settlement proposals.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on labor law issues.
• Prepare and present cases before administrative agencies and courts.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree.
• Must be and remain licensed to practice law in the state of residence, in good standing.
• Completion of formal studies in labor law preferred.
• 2+ years of labor law/employment experience.
• Outstanding academic record preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor degree.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Completion of formal studies in labor law preferred.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of labor law principles and regulations.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively negotiate and communicate with clients and opposing counsel.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Annual firm-wide Attorney Retreat.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and bar admission expense reimbursement.
• Competitive annual bonus programs.
• 401(k) plan.
• Affordable health, life, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and health care expenses.
• Teladoc for 24/7 access to a doctor.
• Employee assistance program.
• Back-up childcare program.
• Paid parental leave on-ramping program.

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