Trueline's client, a prestigious Education Law firm, is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate to join their team in Westbury, NY. This AV-rated boutique firm specializes in education law, special education law, public sector labor law, employment law, collective bargaining, administrative law, and civil litigation on behalf of school districts in both State and Federal courts.
What You'll Do as the Labor and Employment Associate:

• Handle labor counsel responsibilities, including contract grievances and arbitrations
• Represent clients in improper practices proceedings before PERB
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations
• Provide advice and counsel on general and labor-related matters
• Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents
• Manage client communications and case files
• Assist with civil litigation in State and Federal courts

Must-Haves as the Labor and Employment Associate:

• 5+ years of experience in labor and employment law
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active New York State Bar admission
• Strong legal research, writing, and document drafting skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail and superior organizational skills

Nice-To-Haves as the Labor and Employment Associate:

• Experience in public or private sector collective bargaining
• Familiarity with education law and special education law
• Background in administrative law proceedings
• Experience representing school districts or other public entities

Our Client Offers:

• Full-time, on-site position in a reputable boutique law firm
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging cases
• Collaborative work environment with experienced attorneys
• Potential for professional growth and development in specialized areas of law

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to apply only when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point in the job description, we encourage you to apply.