TRADITIONAL LABOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYLABOR RELATIONS & EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE
Location:
Denver, CO Our client, an AmLaw 150 international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Labor Relations & Employment Practice in Denver. This role offers the opportunity to advise and advocate for employers on a wide range of traditional labor matters, including collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance arbitration, and proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board.
Candidate Profile:- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in Colorado, in good standing 7+ years of traditional labor law experience
- Candidates with mixed employment litigation and some labor experience will also be considered
- Extensive experience in traditional labor matters, including collective bargaining and contract administration
- Grievance arbitration experience with the ability to handle matters independently
- Experience defending and prosecuting unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB strongly preferred
- Strong writing, analytical, and research skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
- Soft Skills: Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively; strong communication and organizational skills
Key Responsibilities:- Represent employers in collective bargaining negotiations and contract administration
- Handle grievance arbitration proceedings and related labor disputes
- Defend and prosecute unfair labor practice charges before the NLRBProvide strategic counseling to clients on traditional labor matters and compliance issues
- Support litigation matters involving labor relations and employment disputes
- Collaborate with partners, associates, and clients to deliver efficient and effective legal solutions
Why Join Us?
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly-regarded labor relations practice within a leading employment law platform. You will work on sophisticated traditional labor matters for a diverse employer client base, gaining unparalleled exposure to complex negotiations, arbitration proceedings, and NLRB litigation. The firm provides a collaborative culture, direct client engagement, and extensive training and mentorship to support your professional growth. If you're a senior associate searching for meaningful responsibility, autonomy, leadership opportunities, and clear pathways for advancement within a prestigious labor practice, this is the ideal role for you.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Salary: Annual base salary expected to range from $240,000 – $265,000, based on experience, qualifications, and market factors Eligibility for bonuses and profit-sharing
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid time off; paid parental leave; 401(k) with employer contribution; family/dependent care leave; FSA/HSA; and an employee assistance program
Additional Benefits:- Optional critical care, accident and hospital indemnity coverage, domestic partner benefits, student loan refinancing support; dependent life insurance; and pet insurance
- Application Requirements
- Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample (10 pages max, substantially unedited by others) for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#LI-TP1Type: direct hire
