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 Maci@silverbayconsulting.com 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
Maci@silverbayconsulting.com

+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