Denver - Senior Traditional Labor Associate Attorney

Denver - Senior Traditional Labor Associate Attorney

Type Direct Hire

Posted Aug 10, 2026

Our client, an AmLaw 150
international labor and employment law firm
, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Labor Relations & Employment Practice in Denver
. This role offers the opportunity to advise and advocate for employers on a wide range of traditional labor matters, including collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance arbitration, and proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• 7+ years of traditional labor law experience
  • Candidates with mixed employment litigation and some labor experience will also be considered
• Extensive experience in traditional labor matters
  , including collective bargaining and contract administration
• Grievance arbitration experience with the ability to handle matters independently
• Experience defending and prosecuting unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB strongly preferred
• Strong writing, analytical, and research skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced environment
• Soft Skills:
  
  Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively; strong communication and organizational skills

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employers in collective bargaining negotiations and contract administration
• Handle grievance arbitration proceedings and related labor disputes
• Defend and prosecute unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB
• Provide strategic counseling to clients on traditional labor matters and compliance issues
• Support litigation matters involving labor relations and employment disputes
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and clients to deliver efficient and effective legal solutions

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly-regarded labor relations practice within a leading employment law platform
. You will work on sophisticated traditional labor matters for a diverse employer client base, gaining unparalleled exposure to complex negotiations, arbitration proceedings, and NLRB litigation. The firm provides a collaborative culture, direct client engagement, and extensive training and mentorship to support your professional growth.

If you're a senior associate searching for meaningful responsibility, autonomy, leadership opportunities, and clear pathways for advancement within a prestigious labor practice
, this is the ideal role for you
.

• Competitive Salary
  :
  Annual base salary expected to range from $210,000 – $230,000
  , based on experience, qualifications, and market factors
• Eligibility for
  bonuses and profit-sharing
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
  :
  Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid time off; paid parental leave; 401(k) with employer contribution; family/dependent care leave; FSA/HSA; and an employee assistance program
• Additional Benefits
  :
  Optional critical care, accident and hospital indemnity coverage, domestic partner benefits, student loan refinancing support; dependent life insurance; and pet insurance

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.