Associate Attorney

Synectics Inc.; Town of Woodbury (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and retirement plan

Health, dental and vision insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Woodbury, NY is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its labor and employment practice. The successful candidate will handle traditional labor matters, participate in litigation before state and federal courts, and support arbitrations involving contracts and disciplinary actions.

Candidates should have 1-3 years of relevant experience, a J.D. from an accredited school, and active admission to the bar.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in labor law, employee benefits, or related matters.
• Litigation experience in state and federal courts preferred.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Handle traditional labor and employment law matters involving labor organizations and Taft-Hartley funds.
• Participate in litigation matters before state and federal courts.
• Handle matters involving PERB and NLRB.
• Assist with arbitration proceedings involving contractual and disciplinary matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, well-supported legal documents.

Skills

Labor law

Litigation

Research & writing

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Associate Attorney - Labor and Employment Law

Location: Woodbury, NY (Eastern Nassau County)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: In-Person

About The Opportunity

Our client is a collegial law firm located in Eastern Nassau County, New York, representing labor organizations and Taft-Hartley benefit funds. The firm is seeking two Associate Attorneys to support its traditional labor and employment law practices.

The ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of relevant experience in labor law, employee benefits, or related matters, along with litigation experience and strong legal research and writing skills. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle traditional labor and employment law matters involving labor organizations and Taft-Hartley benefit funds.
• Participate in litigation matters before state and federal courts.
• Handle matters involving the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) and National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
• Assist with arbitration proceedings involving contractual and disciplinary matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, well-supported legal documents and written submissions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in good standing.
• Approximately 1-3 years of experience in labor law, employee benefits, or related legal matters.
• Litigation experience in state and federal courts preferred.
• Experience with PERB, NLRB, and arbitration involving contractual or disciplinary matters preferred.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a collegial legal environment.
• Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Compensation And Benefits

• Annual Salary: depending on experience and qualifications.
• 401(k) and retirement plan.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Work Arrangement

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Woodbury, New York.