Traditional Labor Law Associate
Duties and Responsibilities
- Handling unfair labor practice charges at the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”)
- Researching and writing
- Representing management in NLRB elections
- Providing legal advice to employers regarding union organizing, corporate campaigns, card check and neutrality agreements
- Negotiating and/or providing legal advice regarding collective bargaining agreements
- Handling grievance, arbitration and unfair labor practice proceedings
- Obtaining mass picketing injunctions
- Advising employers on federal and California wage and hour issues, leave management, disability accommodating issues and other workplace issues
- Reviewing handbooks, policies and forms for compliance with federal and state law
- Reviewing compensation, commission and bonus plans
- Conducting management training regarding labor relations, federal and California workplace issues and harassment, discrimination and retaliation
- Other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned
Skills and Educational Requirements
- JD from ABA accredited law school
- 4-6 years experience in litigation or advice work as an attorney
- Traditional labor experience preferred
- Federal and/or California advice and counsel work preferred
- CA Bar Admission
- Understanding of current agency (state and federal) enforcement techniques preferred
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Bilingual, English and Spanish, is preferred but not required
Qualifications
- May include regular business travel
Pay
The expected salary range for this position is between $222,500 and $242,500. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Schedule
This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
- Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
- Employee assistance program and other firm benefits
About the Role
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
Benefits
This position is for an Traditional Labor Law Associate attorney for the firm’s San Francisco, CA office.
Skills and Educational Requirements
- JD from ABA accredited law school
- 4-6 years experience in litigation or advice work as an attorney
- Traditional labor experience preferred
- Federal and/or California advice and counsel work preferred
- CA Bar Admission
- Understanding of current agency (state and federal) enforcement techniques preferred
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Bilingual, English and Spanish, is preferred but not required