A premier national labor and employment law firm is seeking a highly motivated Traditional Labor Associate to join its Portland office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney passionate about labor law to work alongside respected partners, handle a variety of complex matters, and develop specialized expertise in collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, and unfair labor practice litigation. They are looking for a proactive, confident attorney who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to work directly with clients on high-impact cases. Traditional Labor Associate Responsibilities • Represent employers in traditional labor matters, including collective bargaining and contract administration • Handle grievance arbitration proceedings and represent clients before the National Labor Relations Board • Draft and respond to discovery, initial pleadings, and dispositive motions • Take and defend depositions and argue motions before courts and administrative agencies • Collaborate directly with clients to navigate day-to-day labor and employment challenges, including drafting and revising employee handbooks and conducting workplace training • Work with multiple partners and manage a diverse caseload under the firm’s free-market assignment system Traditional Labor Associate Requirements • 2–5 years of traditional labor law experience • Experience with collective bargaining and contract administration, including grievance arbitration • Experience defending and prosecuting unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB is preferred • Bar admission in Oregon required • Excellent academic credentials and strong writing and analytical skills • Comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment • Team-oriented with a self-starter mindset and a commitment to exceptional client service Benefits: • Competitive base salary • Billable Hour Bonus • Formula Bonus and Year-End Discretionary Bonus • 401(k) with profit-sharing contribution • Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA Plans • Unlimited PTO • Paid Parental Leave, Profit Sharing, Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance • Paid Holidays If you’re ready to elevate your career and work with a top-tier team, apply today! #LI-BM1 #IND-LEGAL