Mid-level to Senior Labor Relations Associate Attorney

4-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Mid-level to Senior Labor Relations Associate Attorney for their Chicago office. The Mid-level to Senior Labor Relations Associate Attorney will join the firm's dynamic and long-established practice representing premier local and national employers. The role involves handling various aspects of labor law, including labor arbitrations, unfair labor practice charges, collective bargaining, and union campaigns.

Duties:

• Represent premier local and national employers in labor-related matters
• Handle labor arbitrations and unfair labor practice charges
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations
• Provide legal counsel and strategic advice to clients on labor relations issues
• Conduct research and analysis on labor law issues
• Draft legal documents, including briefs, memoranda, and agreements
• Assist with union campaigns and related activities
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and clients on case strategy and preparation
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends in labor relations

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of residence
• Outstanding academic record preferred
• 5+ years of labor law experience
• Experience with labor arbitrations, collective bargaining, and union campaigns
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to providing high-quality legal services to clients

Skills:

• Labor law experience
• Legal research and analysis
• Drafting legal documents
• Negotiation skills
• Communication skills
• Collaboration
• Analytical thinking
• Industry knowledge in labor relations

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