Job Description

Job ID: 382617

Practice area:- Employment Law - Traditional Labor Law (Unions)

Keywords:- municipal contracts,zoning ordinance,policy review,city employment law

Mid-Level Labor Associate – High-Impact Union Advisory Role | Chicago, IL

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A nationally respected Am Law firm is seeking a mid-level Labor Associate with 4–6 years of experience to join its Labor Group in Chicago. This position offers the chance to represent prominent employers in union negotiations, NLRB proceedings, and arbitration matters across a variety of industries.

A preeminent firm with excellent name recognition and clout, this firm has been involved in many high-stakes, high-profile suits over the last few decades. Defying easy categorizations, though, associates at this firm also praise its commitment to work-life balance and the respectful mentorship delivered from senior partners. Additionally, this firm makes a strong showing in the of-the-moment privacy and data security arena, making it an excellent destination for those interested in this in-demand field.

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The firm is well-established in the traditional labor space and is known for its excellence in handling high-stakes disputes. Attorneys here benefit from mentorship, exposure to complex cases, and collaboration with one of the most experienced labor law teams in the country.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in grievance arbitration hearings and unfair labor practice proceedings

• Advise management on union organizing campaigns and collective bargaining

• Handle NLRB matters and first-chair hearings where applicable

• Conduct training on the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)

• Collaborate with attorneys nationwide on complex labor law issues

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Qualifications:

• 4–6 years of management-side traditional labor law experience

• Experience in grievance arbitration and NLRB matters, preferably first-chair

• JD from an accredited law school

• Admission to practice in Illinois

• Strong writing and advocacy skills (writing samples may be required)

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Preferred Skills:

• Spanish language proficiency

• Confidence managing matters independently

• Excellent communication, legal research, and negotiation skills

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Culture & Firm Appeal:

This firm blends national recognition with a supportive, team-oriented environment. Known for high-profile litigation and strategic advisory work, the firm also prioritizes balance, wellness, and professional growth. Associates frequently cite access to mentors and substantive casework from day one.

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Why This Role Is Unique:

• Take on meaningful client-facing responsibilities early

• Be part of a premier labor law team with national reach

• Gain exposure to a broad range of industries and workplace issues

• Advance quickly in a merit-based, inclusive firm environment

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