Staff Attorney - Labor Law

Staff Attorney - Labor Law Brooklyn Center, MN Job Details $100,000 - $138,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Pension plan Vision insurance Qualifications Writing skills Employment law Employment law case experience Doctor of Law (JD) Bar Full Job Description About the Opportunity Our client, a well-established and highly respected labor organization representing public safety professionals, is seeking a Staff Attorney to join its legal team. This organization advocates on behalf of individuals working in critical public service roles and is deeply committed to protecting workers' rights, ensuring fair treatment, and strengthening workplace standards. This is an opportunity to do meaningful, mission-driven work while gaining hands-on experience in grievance arbitration, disciplinary proceedings, and collective bargaining in a unionized environment. Position Overview The Staff Attorney will represent members in a wide range of labor and employment matters, with a strong emphasis on grievance handling, arbitration, and disciplinary defense. The role also includes advising union leadership and supporting contract negotiations and administration. The ideal candidate brings 2-5+ years of labor and employment law experience, which may include a mix of private practice and public sector work, and has a passion for advocacy on behalf of workers. Key Responsibilities Represent members in grievance procedures, including arbitration and disciplinary hearings Provide legal counsel on collective bargaining agreements, workplace policies, and employment disputes Advise leadership, representatives, and stewards on labor and employment law matters Support collective bargaining negotiations and contract administration Handle disciplinary cases, including warnings, suspensions, demotions, and terminations Ensure enforcement of "just cause" standards in workplace discipline Conduct legal research and draft briefs, memoranda, and related legal documents Assist with training efforts related to employee rights and grievance procedures Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Licensed to practice law in Minnesota 2-5+ years of labor and employment law experience (union-side experience preferred; a mix of private practice and public sector experience is welcome) Experience with grievance arbitration, collective bargaining, and administrative hearings strongly preferred Strong litigation, negotiation, and advocacy skills Excellent research, writing, and communication abilities Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated commitment to advancing workers' rights and fair labor practices Benefits Pension plan with a 12% employer contribution Employer-provided vehicle for business use, with all reasonable expenses covered (fuel, insurance, maintenance, and repairs) Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) options Generous paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays Why This Role This position offers the chance to work directly on impactful cases that affect the livelihoods and rights of public service professionals. Attorneys in this role gain meaningful courtroom and arbitration experience while contributing to fair and equitable workplace practices. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .