Associate Attorney - Labor and Employment

Established (50+ Years) Premier Firm Seeking Associate Attorney for Labor and Employment and Municipal Law in Albany, New York!An established law firm with more than 50 years in practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join its Albany, New York office. This position will focus primarily on labor and employment counseling, collective bargaining, workplace investigations, employment litigation, and administrative proceedings, while also supporting the firm's municipal law, public-sector governance, and related litigation matters. The role offers meaningful client contact, sophisticated legal work, and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced attorneys representing public and private-sector clients throughout New York State!OfferSalary range: $100,000-$150,000+, contingent on experiencePerformance-based and Discretionary bonusesComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceEmployer-sponsored retirement planPaid time off and firm holidaysProfessional development and continuing legal education supportBar association and professional membership supportOpportunity for long-term professional growth and advancementQualificationsAdmission to the New York State Bar in good standing3+ years of relevant experience in civil litigation (Ideally in labor and employment law, municipal law or a related practice area)Experience advising employers on workplace policies, employee relations, disciplinary matters, wage and hour issues, leave requirements, and compliance obligationsFamiliarity with public-sector labor relations, collective bargaining, administrative proceedings, or municipal operations is preferredStrong legal research, analytical, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skillsAbility to manage multiple matters and deadlines while maintaining close attention to detailSound professional judgment and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, government officials, and colleaguesCommitment to delivering practical, responsive, and high-quality legal counselResponsibilitiesCounsel public and private-sector employers regarding labor and employment laws, workplace policies, employee relations, personnel decisions, and regulatory complianceRepresent clients in employment litigation, administrative proceedings, arbitrations, mediations, and other dispute-resolution forumsAssist with collective bargaining negotiations, labor grievances, disciplinary proceedings, and union-related mattersConduct and support workplace investigations involving employee complaints, misconduct allegations, and policy violationsDraft pleadings, motions, briefs, position statements, legal memoranda, employment agreements, workplace policies, and related documentsAdvise municipal clients regarding governance, public employment, local laws, contracts, regulatory requirements, and day-to-day operational mattersAttend municipal board meetings, administrative hearings, court appearances, client meetings, and negotiations as neededAnalyze federal, New York State, and local legal developments affecting employers and municipal entitiesDevelop case strategies, manage discovery, prepare witnesses, and collaborate with partners and other attorneys throughout all stages of a matterMaintain direct and responsive communication with clients while providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance