Associate Attorney - Public Sector Labor

Company: Lippes Mathias LLP
Location: Albany
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $105,000-$125,000/year DOE The Albany Office of Lippes Mathias is seeking an ambitious attorney with one to three years of experience for an Associate position. The current practice covers a broad array of areas within the public sector labor field, with a focus on representing law enforcement unions. Work will include disciplinary and contract grievances, administrative hearings, membership interrogations, improper practice proceedings before PERB, supporting collective bargaining/contract negotiations, and litigation in state and federal courts. Excellent legal advocacy skills, analytical skills, and verbal and written communication skills are required. The attorney selected for this position must be a self-starter and will have the opportunity for immediate, direct client contact. A New York bar license is required. Experience in administrative hearings or other comparable court proceedings is preferred. A background in representing labor unions, although not required, is preferred. Salary range: $105,000-$125,000/year.This is a good faith estimate for the position based on location and minimum criteria. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full time employees are also eligible for a year-end bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first of the month following hire; immediate eligibility for the firms 401(k) and profit sharing plan; firm-arranged parking at our downtown locations; and firm-paid long-term disability coverage for all employees. Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 230 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. Youll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathiaswe think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes. To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website:https://www.lippescareers.com/

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