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.