F/T LABOR LAW ATTORNEY

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking a full-time, on-site Traditional Labor Law Attorney in Uniondale, NY. The role involves advising clients on compliance with labor regulations, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, and representing clients in labor disputes. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in Labor Law and Employment Law, including skills in legal research, litigation, and strong negotiation abilities. The position offers a salary range of $175,000 to $250,000+ depending on experience and portable business.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Labor Law and Employment Law.
• Experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on labor and employment matters.
• Prepare legal documents and conduct legal research.
• Represent clients in labor disputes before various courts and agencies.

Skills

Collective Bargaining

Labor Relations

Legal Research

Drafting Legal Documents

Litigation

Negotiation

Advisory Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Licensed to practice law in New York State

Job description

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP (FDT) is seeking a full-time, on-site, Traditional Labor Law Attorney. Located in Uniondale, New York, the Labor Law Attorney will handle labor and employment matters, including advising clients on compliance with labor regulations, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, drafting employment agreements, and representing clients in labor disputes in courts, before government agencies and in the collective bargaining arena. The position requires conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, attending hearings and collaborating with clients to develop effective legal strategies.

We are seeking someone with 8 years+ experience in areas including Collective Bargaining, Labor Relations, NLRA and RLA issues, and Management/Union arbitrations, as well as, Fair Labor Standards Act, ERISA and work place discrimination matters.

Company Description

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP (FDT), established in 1976, is a prestigious full-service law firm based in Uniondale, NY, serving clients in Nassau and Suffolk Counties from its location at The Omni. One of the largest firms on Long Island, with over 80 attorneys, the firm provides counsel to a diverse range of national, regional, and local businesses, real estate developers, supermarkets, financial institutions, municipalities, and other organizations. FDT is renowned for its innovative, client-centered approach and offers services across nearly all business-related practice areas, including Employment & Labor and Litigation. The Labor & Employment Law Departments are nationally recognized for its experienced attorneys who provide practical legal counsel with a commitment to achieving excellent results in complex legal and business matters. We represent management in all aspects of Labor & Employment Law, litigation, business relations and business transactions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Labor Law, Labor Law Regulations and Employment Law, including familiarity with compliance and collective bargaining processes;
• Skills in Legal Research, Drafting Legal Documents, and Litigation;
• Strong communication, negotiation, and advisory skills;
• Attention to detail, problem-solving capability, and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously;
• Licensed to practice law in New York State;
• Experience representing clients in labor and employment disputes before federal and state courts, NLRB, NMB, EEOC, State Divisions of Human Rights and State and Federal Departments of Labor;
• Portable business a plus, but not required.

Salary Range

$175,000 to $250,000+ depending on experience and portable business.