Mid-Level Labor Associate – 4-6th Year – West Coast

• Position Locations: San Francisco,Los Angeles,Seattle,Portland,Anchorage
• Salary: $158,000 - $330,000
• Schedule: 3/2 Hybrid
• Admits: ALASKA, CALIFORNIA, OREGON, WASHINGTON
• Practice Area: LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
• Specialties: ARBITRATION, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING, COMPLIANCE, LITIGATION, UNIONS

Firm Description:
Our client is a nationally ranked Am Law 100 firm with over 600 attorneys across 10 offices in the U.S. Headquartered in Seattle, the firm is known for its deep industry knowledge and innovative approach to legal services. It advises clients in sectors such as technology, media, healthcare, financial services, and communications, with strong practices in litigation, regulatory, and corporate law. Recognized for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and pro bono work, our client fosters a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.

Position Description:

Mid-Level Labor Associate (Traditional Labor) – 4-6th Year

Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a midlevel Labor & Employment Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join its Labor, Employment & Immigration practice. Opportunities are available in multiple offices across the West Coast and Alaska.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys advising employers on traditional labor matters and labor-management relations. The successful candidate will work closely with a collaborative team representing employers in sophisticated labor matters, while gaining significant client exposure and hands-on responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent employers in a broad range of traditional labor matters, including:
  • Union organizing campaigns
  • Collective bargaining negotiations
  • Grievance and arbitration proceedings
  • Unfair labor practice charges
  • Labor-management disputes
• Represent and assist clients in proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, motions, briefs, and other advocacy materials
• Counsel clients on labor relations, workplace compliance, and employment-related issues
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex workplace matters
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through practical, business-focused legal advice
• Contribute to business development initiatives, client alerts, presentations, and thought leadership efforts

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility for admission
• 4-6 years of labor and employment experience
• Experience representing employers in traditional labor matters
• Prior experience handling matters before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a collaborative team setting

Why This Opportunity

Our client offers attorneys the opportunity to build a sophisticated labor practice while enjoying:

• Significant client contact and hands-on responsibility
• Direct mentorship from experienced labor and employment practitioners
• Exposure to complex labor relations matters involving leading employers
• A collegial, collaborative, and team-oriented culture
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements, depending on office needs

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range:

• Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco: $225,000 – $330,000
• Portland: $215,000 – $315,000
• Anchorage: $158,000 – $258,000

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and firm holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and transit benefits
• Voluntary supplemental insurance programs
• Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus

Locations

• Seattle, Washington
• Portland, Oregon
• Los Angeles, California
• San Francisco, California
• Anchorage, Alaska

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