Simms Showers LLP, a growing Northern Virginia and Maryland based law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for our Labor, Employment, and Collective Bargaining practice area.
We seek team members who appreciate and can thrive in a faith-driven environment with a desire to contribute to a team that integrates faith and law in practical ways.
This exciting legal opportunity also offers a great office and team environment with attorneys ready to provide mentorship and support. Associates with Simms Showers LLP are full-time, salaried employees with opportunity for advancement. Compensation includes significant benefits, including: (1) health insurance options; (2) paid sick and vacation leave; (3) 401K retirement with 4% matching program; (4) a cash balance program and profit sharing.
This position would require the following:
- Serve as lead negotiator or key advisor in collective bargaining negotiations for labor organizations representing law enforcement/public safety employees.
- Draft, review, and interpret collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
- Advise clients on labor law compliance under applicable state and federal law.
- Ability to navigate the changing legal environment as Virginia law on this matter develops
- Represent clients in grievance arbitrations, mediation, and administrative proceedings several different agencies.
- Counsel clients on labor relations strategy and organizing campaigns.
- Prepare legal opinions and policy recommendations on workplace and labor issues.
- Stay current with developments in labor and employment law and communicate relevant changes to clients or internal teams.
To apply, send your (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) if a recent graduate, a transcript (unofficial transcript is fine) via email to Kevin Connor at krconnor@simmsshowerslaw.com and copy jmbaldwin@simmsshowerslaw.com
Requirements:
· 1-3+ years of experience in labor and employment law
· VA Bar License
· Legal writing, analysis, and drafting skills
· Ability and willingness to travel to different counties/jurisdictions in Virginia
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with collective bargaining and labor relations
- Jury trial and other Court experience
- Prior judicial clerkship experience
- Experience in Arbitrations and Grievances
