Portland, Oregon - Traditional Labor Associate

About the role

The Portland office of Fisher Phillips seeks an associate with 2–5 years of traditional labor experience. We will also consider qualified candidates based in the Seattle metropolitan area who can maintain a regular presence in Portland, including at least two in-office days per month, and travel to Portland as needed for client, business, and team needs. The firm will reimburse reasonable travel expenses associated with required visits to the Portland office, consistent with firm policy.

Responsibilities

• Collective bargaining and contract administration experience, including grievance arbitration experience
• Prior experience defending and prosecuting unfair labor practice charges before the National Labor Relations Board preferred
• Candidates with some employment litigation experience will be considered

Requirements

• Absolutely required: Admission to the Oregon Bar and a JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Experience with traditional labor matters
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to and empathy for their fellow team members
• A relentless commitment to growth and client service

Qualifications

Excellent academic credentials, excellent writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, commitment to and empathy for their fellow team members, and a relentless commitment to growth and client service.

Skills

Excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, commitment to and empathy for their fellow team members, and a relentless commitment to growth and client service.

Benefits

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k) and carve out election, profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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Application Instructions

To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Attorney Recruiting, resume, a copy of your law school transcript, and a brief writing sample (10 pages max, not heavily edited by someone other than yourself).

Additional Information

We are accepting resumes from search firms for this position.