Associate Attorney Public Sector Labor

The Albany Office of Lippes Mathias is seeking an ambitious attorney with one to three years of experience for an Associate position. The current practice covers a broad array of areas within the public sector labor field, with a focus on representing law enforcement unions. Work will include disciplinary and contract grievances, administrative hearings, membership interrogations, improper practice proceedings before PERB, supporting collective bargaining/contract negotiations, and litigation in state and federal courts.

Excellent legal advocacy skills, analytical skills, and verbal and written communication skills are required. The attorney selected for this position must be a self-starter and will have the opportunity for immediate, direct client contact. A New York bar license is required.

Experience in administrative hearings or other comparable court proceedings is preferred. A background in representing labor unions, although not required, is preferred.

Salary range depending on experience: $105,000-$125,000/year

The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.

Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 230 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries.

Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.

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Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
• Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
• Vision plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
• 401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
• Term Life and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Additional Voluntary benefits:
  Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
• Employee Assistance Program including mental health support