Description
Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking an experienced Labor Attorney to join its St. Louis or Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have experience with a broad range of labor matters related to representing and counseling employers and will have experience with collective bargaining negotiation, union elections, strikes, picketing, campaigns, unfair labor practice cases before the NLRB, and other conflicts between management and labor unions.
Labor Attorneys have an exciting opportunity to learn from and work closely with energetic, highly experienced legal practitioners in a friendly, cooperative environment.
Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Simultaneously handles the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression, from inception to conclusion
Possesses strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and clients
Demonstrates an ability to work independently and productively and show a strong interest in advancing a career in litigation
Produces quality legal work and bills the required amounts of hours to ensure excellent client services
Manages business and assists in the generation of business through group and individual efforts
Complies with the very highest ethical standards of the legal profession
Competencies:
Decision Making – actively makes decisions on client matters with consultation of other attorneys
Communication - strong, professional communication, both written and orally to both internal and external clients
Leadership – appropriately delegates tasks
Continuous Learning - actively embraces learning new skills, areas of the law, mastering new technology and sharing with others
Teamwork – cooperatively works as a member of client teams and begins to lead teams in matters
Alignment to Values - Influences the awareness and adoption of the Firm's values on a larger scale; influences the awareness and adoption of diversity and inclusion; demonstrates respect by providing solutions and support.
Required Education: Juris Doctor
Required Licenses and/or Certifications: Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of Illinois or Missouri; must maintain applicable license renewal and CLE requirements
Preferred Experience: 5+ years’ experience as a licensed attorney at a law firm. Candidates who have extensive experience with a broad range of labor matters related to representing and counseling employers on labor matters and will have experience with collective bargaining, union elections, strikes, picketing, campaigns, litigation of unfair labor practice cases before the NLRB and other conflicts between management and labor unions.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Indirect - actively utilizes support staff or junior associates to ensure client satisfaction
Physical Activity: The employee will be required to sit (or utilize a standing desk) for prolonged periods and work on a computer
Travel Required: Generally, less than 10%, however, this will be case specific and may, at times, involve more travel.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.
Salary Range: Ranges are fluid depending on experience, areas of expertise, licenses, etc.
Chicago Range: $240-300k/yr
