Labor and Education Attorney

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Job Overview: A law firm located in Hartford, CT, is seeking a dedicated Labor and Education Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should have 1-5 years of legal experience and be committed to addressing legal issues, contract and policy review, union contract interpretation and negotiations, and providing excellent client service through regular client contact. This role requires a diligent work ethic and the ability to multi-task and work independently. The successful candidate must be admitted to practice law in Connecticut and possess strong academic qualifications with exceptional writing, research, communication, and critical thinking skills. Experience in education, municipal, or employment law matters, including federal and state laws governing public entities, is preferred.

Job Duties:

• Analyze and resolve legal issues related to labor and education law.
• Review and negotiate contracts and policies relevant to labor and education matters.
• Interpret and negotiate union contracts.
• Maintain regular client contact to provide high-quality legal services.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents as needed.

Job Requirements:

• 1-5 years of legal experience.
• Admittance to practice law in Connecticut.
• Strong academic qualifications.
• Excellent writing, research, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work diligently and independently.
• Preferably experience in education, municipal, or employment law matters.
• Familiarity with federal and state laws governing public entities.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the state of Connecticut.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Contract negotiation and review.
• Union contract interpretation.
• Client service and communication.
• Multitasking and independent work.
• Knowledge of labor, education, and employment law.
• Proficient in federal and state laws governing public entities.

Job Location: Hartford, CT

Benefits offered:

• 401(k) with matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development assistance.
• Retirement plan.
• Vision insurance.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306