Job postings are listed in alphabetical order by state.

CALIFORNIA

The Screen Actors Guild ("SAG"), the nation’s largest labor union representing actors, is currently recruiting for its Fall Legal Extern Program. This is a part-time or full-time position (40 hours/week) from August 2009 to December 2009. The externs will work directly with SAG attorneys on a variety of legal matters, which may include arbitration of grievances pursuant to the collective bargaining agreements, bankruptcy, employment, intellectual property, entertainment, corporate and tax. Work includes researching and drafting memoranda, drafting pleadings, preparing cases for arbitration, and researching and perfecting security interests in motion pictures. Candidates must be a 1L, 2L or 3L student at an ABA accredited law school or equivalent and must be able to receive school credit for participation in the program. To apply please submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample to Nicole Nakagawa, Counsel, 5757 Wilshire Blvd., 7th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90036 or via email to nnakagawa@sag.org.

UNAC/UHCP, an affiliate of NUHHCE, AFSCME  seeks a Staff Attorney for its San Dimas, CA headquarters.  UNAC/UHCP represents primarily private-sector Registered Nurses and other health professionals in Southern California.  Applicant must have at least two, but preferably more, years of experience in private-sector union representation, excellent research and writing skills, a strong academic record, California bar membership (or willingness to seek it immediately), a demonstrated commitment to the labor movement and an ability to work both independently and in collaboration with union officers, staff and outside counsel.  A background in health care or health care union activism or representation would be helpful.  Very competitive salary (DOE) and excellent benefits.  Please supply letter of interest, resume, two writing samples, four references and law school transcript to Jay Smith at js@gslaw.org.   Please indicate that you are applying for the UNAC/UHCP position. 

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

The Amalgamated Transit Union, AFL-CIO (ATU) has an immediate opening for an attorney with 0 to 3 years experience. New law school grad applications are welcome. Applicant must have a strong, demonstrated commitment to the labor movement and the needs of working families. In addition, applicant should be extremely well organized and a self-starter capable of handling assignments with minimal supervision. Applicant also must possess superb “people” skills; excellent research and writing abilities; and have the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines. Experience dealing with administrative agencies is a plus. Salary is competitive and includes a full benefits package. E-mail cover letter, resume and references to ATU General Counsel Leo Wetzel, lw@atu.org.

Collegial Washington, DC boutique specializing in representing pension, health and other employee benefit plans is seeking an ERISA attorney with at least three years’ of relevant experience.  Motivated individuals with excellent credentials and writing skills should send a cover letter and resume via e-mail to jhirsch@slevinhart.com, or mail it to 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20036, Attention: Jill D. Hirsch.

FLORIDA

AFSCME FL Council 79, a public employee labor organization, has an opening in its Tallahassee office for a staff attorney with 0 - 2 years experience in labor and employment law.  Strong research, writing, and litigation skills required.  Public interest law background preferred. Successful candidate must become a member of the Florida Bar within 12 months of employment.  Excellent environment and benefits, salary negotiable DOE.  Submit resume by mail to Alma R. Gonzalez, Special Counsel, 3064 Highland Oaks Terrace, Tallahassee, FL 32301 or email to AGonzalez@AFSCMEFL.org.  Closing Date:  July 15, 2009.

MASSACHUSETTS

Boston law firm that represents unions and fringe benefit funds throughout New England is seeking an associate preferably with 3 to 4 years experience in these fields, or a demonstrated interest in them.  Strong research and writing skills and the ability to work well with clients are essential, and litigation experience is desirable. Send letter, resume, and salary requirements to csouris@krakowsouris.com.

MICHIGAN

Busy Detroit area labor law firm representing unions and employee benefit funds has an immediate opening for an attorney with 2-5 years of experience.  Candidates should have a commitment to representing unions and workers, litigation experience and strong writing skills. ERISA experience is a plus.  Mail, fax or email cover letter, resume, references and writing sample to David R. Radtke, Klimist, McKnight, Sale, McClow & Canzano, P.C., 400 Galleria Officentre, Suite 117, Southfield, MI 48034, fax no. (248) 354-9656, dradtke@kmsmc.com.

NEW YORK

NYSUT, a major statewide public sector labor organization, seeks an experienced Attorney for a full time career opportunity. Minimum 2-6+ years trial and writing experience relevant to labor litigation required. Knowledge of the American Labor movement and its objectives is preferred. Experience in public sector labor law required. Private sector labor law experience a plus. Knowledge of and participation in employee discipline systems helpful. Experience in the review and preparation of settlement agreements preferred. New York Bar admission required. NYSUT offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package. Position is located at NYSUT’S Headquarters in Latham, New York. Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements by July 17, 2009 to NYSUT, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY 12110 or e-mail: hr@nysutmail.org. No phone calls or walk ins please. EOE

NYSUT, a major statewide public sector labor organization, seeks an experienced Attorney for a full time career opportunity. Minimum 2-6+ years trial and writing experience relevant to labor litigation required. Knowledge of the American Labor movement and its objectives is preferred. Experience in public sector labor law required. Private sector labor law experience a plus. Knowledge of and participation in employee discipline systems helpful. Experience in the review and preparation of settlement agreements preferred. New York Bar admission required. NYSUT offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package. Please send cover letter and salary requirements by July 31, 2009 to NYSUT, Attention: General Counsel, 52 Broadway, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10004, or e-mail to ilappin@nysutmail.org. No phone calls or walk ins please. EOE

NYSUT, a major statewide public sector labor organization is seeking an attorney or recent law school graduate for a full-time, temporary position in its Latham, NY office. Trial and writing experience relevant to labor litigation or other union side experience is a plus. Send cover letter and resume as soon as possible to NYSUT, Attn: Human Resources, 800 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY 12110 or e-mail: hr@nysutmail.org. No phone calls or walk ins please. EOE

PENNSYLVANIA

Philadelphia-based firm representing local and international unions and employee benefit plans has an opening for an associate with 2 to 5 years experience for traditional labor law practice and ERISA litigation. Strong oral, research and writing skills required; applicant must either possess Pennsylvania and New Jersey law licenses or be willing to acquire them. Competitive salary and benefits package including 401(k) Please email ctjoyce@spearwilderman.com with resume and salary requirements, or send to: Charles T. Joyce, Spear Wilderman, P.C. 230 S. Broad Street, Suite 1400, Philadelphia, PA 19102.