Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Simms Showers LLP Labor, Employment, and Collective Bargaining Associate Attorney 

• 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

To learn more about the firm, check out our website  

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 

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