Litigation Attorney - Labor & Employment Attorney

Labor & Employment Attorney – Litigation

Location: St. Louis, MO or Chicago, IL (Multiple Offices)
Practice Area: Litigation – Labor & Employment
Experience Level: 5+ Years
Employment Type: Full-Time

Reach out to us on [email protected] or +1 281-336-0722

Job Summary

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney to join its Litigation practice in either the St. Louis or Chicago office. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong background representing and counseling employers on a wide range of labor matters, including collective bargaining and labor-management relations.

The position offers the opportunity to work closely with highly experienced attorneys in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple labor and employment matters from inception through resolution
• Represent employers in labor-related matters including collective bargaining negotiations, union elections, strikes, picketing, and organizing campaigns
• Handle unfair labor practice cases before the NLRB
• Provide strategic legal counseling to management on labor relations issues
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and support staff
• Contribute to business development efforts and client relationship management
• Ensure high-quality legal work while meeting billable hour expectations
• Delegate tasks appropriately to junior attorneys and support staff

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license and in good standing in Illinois or Missouri
• Minimum 5+ years of experience practicing labor and employment law at a law firm
• Strong experience with labor matters, including union relations and NLRB proceedings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Experience

• Extensive experience advising employers on labor relations
• Background in collective bargaining, labor disputes, and unfair labor practice litigation
• Demonstrated interest in long-term career growth in litigation

Competencies

• Strategic decision-making
• Professional client communication
• Leadership and task delegation
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Team-oriented mindset
• Strong ethical standards

Additional Information

• Travel: Generally less than 10%, may vary by case
• Work Environment: Office-based with prolonged computer use
• Supervisory Role: Indirect supervision of junior staff

Compensation

Salary is competitive and dependent on experience, expertise, and bar admissions.
Estimated range (Chicago): $240,000 – $300,000 annually

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and provides equal employment opportunities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Maci
[email protected]

+1 281-336-0722

Pay: $250,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person