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$140,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Nxt Level Traditional Labor Associate | Portland, OR Our client, a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm, is seeking a Traditional Labor Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join their Portland office. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney to build their practice in traditional labor law while working with a team known for exceptional client service and professional growth. Position Overview: The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in collective bargaining, contract administration, and grievance arbitration. Experience with unfair labor practice charges before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is preferred. Candidates with a background in employment litigation may also be considered. Key Responsibilities: Represent employers in collective bargaining negotiations and labor arbitrations Advise clients on contract interpretation and labor-management relations Defend and prosecute unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB Support clients in compliance with federal labor laws and union matters Draft and revise labor contracts, grievance responses, and other labor-related documents Handle employment litigation matters, if applicable Qualifications: 2–5 years of traditional labor law experience required Experience in collective bargaining, contract administration, and arbitration Familiarity with unfair labor practice proceedings before the NLRB strongly preferred Strong academic credentials and a JD from an ABA-accredited law school Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated commitment to team collaboration and client service Admission to the Oregon Bar is required Application Requirements: Interested candidates should submit the following: Resume Law school transcript Writing sample (maximum 10 pages, minimally edited by others) This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing labor law team and take on meaningful work advising employers on complex labor relations matters. The firm fosters professional development, mentorship, and advancement, and this position provides a strong platform for attorneys looking to grow their labor law careers. All submissions will be handled with strict confidentiality. Seniority level
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$140,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Nxt Level Traditional Labor Associate | Portland, OR Our client, a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm, is seeking a Traditional Labor Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join their Portland office. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney to build their practice in traditional labor law while working with a team known for exceptional client service and professional growth. Position Overview: The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in collective bargaining, contract administration, and grievance arbitration. Experience with unfair labor practice charges before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is preferred. Candidates with a background in employment litigation may also be considered. Key Responsibilities: Represent employers in collective bargaining negotiations and labor arbitrations Advise clients on contract interpretation and labor-management relations Defend and prosecute unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB Support clients in compliance with federal labor laws and union matters Draft and revise labor contracts, grievance responses, and other labor-related documents Handle employment litigation matters, if applicable Qualifications: 2–5 years of traditional labor law experience required Experience in collective bargaining, contract administration, and arbitration Familiarity with unfair labor practice proceedings before the NLRB strongly preferred Strong academic credentials and a JD from an ABA-accredited law school Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated commitment to team collaboration and client service Admission to the Oregon Bar is required Application Requirements: Interested candidates should submit the following: Resume Law school transcript Writing sample (maximum 10 pages, minimally edited by others) This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing labor law team and take on meaningful work advising employers on complex labor relations matters. The firm fosters professional development, mentorship, and advancement, and this position provides a strong platform for attorneys looking to grow their labor law careers. All submissions will be handled with strict confidentiality. Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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