CALIFORNIA

Schwartz, Steinsapir, Dohrmann & Sommers LLP represents unions, benefit funds and individual employees throughout California.  We are looking for an associate with good writing and research skills who is committed to defending the rights of workers and their unions. Admission to the California bar is strongly preferred but not required.  Please send your resume, law school transcript, references and a writing sample to Henry M. Willis at Schwartz, Steinsapir, Dohrmann & Sommers LLP, 6300 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2000, Los Angeles, California 90048-5268 or by email to hmw@ssdslaw.com.

LAW OFFICES OF ELLYN MOSCOWITZ-PASADENA OFFICE is seeking a mid-level to senior associate (4 years minimum). Spanish speaking a plus. Person must be experienced in litigation as well as labor union representation and have excellent writing skills. We represent building and construction trade unions and have a large wage and hour class action practice. Excellent salary, benefits and bonuses. Please send resume and cover letter to emoscowitz@moscowitzlaw.com.

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.

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.

The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA), L.A. Local is currently looking for a Director of Broadcast. Under the direction of the AFTRA Los Angeles Executive Director, the Los Angeles Broadcast Department Director manages the activities and staff of the Broadcast department.  The Director of Broadcast will be responsible for negotiating collective bargaining agreements with various radio and television station owners and broadcast production companies. The Broadcast Director will be also responsible for creating comprehensive strategies and implementing initiatives that build, activate, and best serve AFTRA Los Angeles Broadcast membership. A 4 year degree preferred along with a minimum 8 years of senior professional experience in an entertainment, broadcast, and/or union environment. Law degree preferred. A full job description is available. AFTRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For consideration please e-mail resume and salary history to: aftrajobs@aftra.com.

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Mahoney & Jeffrey, PLLC, a small boutique, family friendly, law firm, seeks a qualified attorney, with one to three years trial or administrative (EEOC/MSPB) hearing experience. DEMONSTRATED INTEREST OR EXPERIENCE in employment law, preferably federal sector, is required.  Previous litigation experience required. Candidate must be a member of or eligible to waive into the D.C. Bar. Qualified candidate is expected to work independently with supervision and have lots of client contact. Competitive compensation with excellent benefits. To apply, please forward a current resume with cover letter to kkmahoney@mahoneyjeffrey.com . 

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 Slevin & Hart, 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20036, Attention: Jill D. Hirsch.

The FLRA is looking for an individual to serve as Deputy General Counsel of the Federal Labor Relations Authority's (FLRA) Office of the General Counsel (OGC). The OGC is headed by a presidentially-appointed General Counsel. The incumbent will serve as Acting General Counsel during temporary absences of the General Counsel. In addition, under the provisions of the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998, the Deputy General Counsel serves as the Acting General Counsel when the General Counsel position is vacant. Salary range is $117,787 - $162,900. Deadline to apply is September 30, 2009. Click here for a complete job description.

National federal labor union seeks staff counsel to provide on-going legal advice and representation to national leadership, labor councils, and local leaders. Applicants must have at least five years experience in federal sector labor law, successful arbitration of grievances, and be fluent in law pertaining to collective bargaining and union governance. Salary will be determined on experience and skill. For consideration, please email resume to bpaull@nffe.org.

Eight-lawyer Washington, D.C. labor and employee benefit law firm is seeking an associate with three to five years experience in labor litigation, administrative proceedings and labor arbitration.  Familiarity with ERISA litigation or benefit plan administration is preferred.  Strong analytic, research and writing skills and a demonstrated commitment to the labor movement are required.  Firm represents employee benefit plans, local and international unions in labor law and benefit matters.  Interested applicants should submit resume and writing sample to: Mark J. Murphy, Esq, Mooney, Green, Baker & Saindon, P.C., 1920 L Street, N.W., Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036 or email to mmurphy@mooneygreen.com

MASSACHUSETTS

Prominent Boston Labor & Employment Law firm advocating for Union and Workers’ Rights seeks experienced attorney with proven brief writing and advocacy skills for Senior Associate/Partner track position. Great opportunity to handle your own caseload; good salary and benefits. Please submit resume and writing sample in confidence to: Kellie A. Aiello, Firm Administrator, Lichten & Liss-Riordan, P.C., 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 2000, Boston, MA 02114, Email: kaiello@llrlaw.com.

Contract Attorney & Law Clerk Positions: Part-time contract attorney and part-time law clerk positions available immediately with Messing, Rudavsky & Weliky, P.C., an AV-rated small law firm that concentrates its expanding practice on representing plaintiffs in labor and employment matters.  Duties for the contract attorney will involve assistance with various litigation tasks, including legal research and writing, witness interviews and other aspects of employment advocacy.  Duties for the part-time law clerk position will primarily entail legal research and writing.  The firm has a strong public interest commitment and is dedicated to the furtherance of employee rights established in the federal and state constitutions, in civil rights and labor statutes, and by judicial decision.  The firm practices in a variety of fora, including state and federal courts, arbitrations, and administrative agencies (such as the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Merit Systems Protection Board, the National Labor Relations Board, and the Massachusetts Labor Relations Commission).   Applicants should be extremely well-organized and efficient, and have a demonstrated interest in labor and employment law, excellent writing and research skills, a strong academic background, and a commitment to workplace justice.  Interested applicants should submit a resume and writing sample, by email to mail@mrwemploymentlaw.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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VIRGINIA

UMWA Legal Department has a rare opening for a staff attorney. Our practice is varied, including organizing, work preservation, collective bargaining, safety and health, bankruptcy and internal union affairs, as well as general practice matters.  The Department is regularly involved in significant litigation in federal and state courts, as well as before administrative agencies.  We encourage applicants with up to ten years' experience to apply.  If interested, send resume and 2 writing samples to jrivlin@umwa.org.