Job Description
Job DescriptionLabor & Employment Associate Attorney
Direct Counsel is seeking a Labor Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Anchorage, AK; Los Angeles, CA; Portland, OR; San Francisco, CA; or Seattle, WA.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with 4-6 years of traditional labor and employment experience to join a nationally recognized Labor, Employment & Immigration practice. The successful candidate will represent employers in sophisticated labor relations matters, workplace disputes, and proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board while working closely with a collaborative team.
Responsibilities
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Advise and represent employers in traditional labor matters, including union organizing campaigns, collective bargaining, grievance and arbitration proceedings, unfair labor practice charges, and labor-management disputes.
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Represent clients in proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
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Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, briefs, and other advocacy materials.
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Counsel employers on labor relations and workplace compliance issues.
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Collaborate with attorneys across offices on complex labor and employment matters.
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Develop and maintain strong client relationships through practical, business-focused legal advice.
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Contribute to business development initiatives, client alerts, and thought leadership opportunities.
Qualifications
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J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
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Active membership in a U.S. state bar.
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4-6 years of labor and employment experience.
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Experience representing employers in traditional labor matters and labor relations.
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Prior experience handling matters before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
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Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
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Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
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Salary:
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Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA: $225,000-$330,000
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Portland, OR: $215,000-$315,000
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Anchorage, AK: $158,000-$258,000
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Comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) retirement plan
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Paid time off
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Annual bonus eligibility
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