Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Partner or Sr. Counsel to join our Salt Lake City office . The candidate must be a senior level attorney with seven (7) to twenty (20) years of employment litigation and counseling experience . For Partner candidates, a book of a minimum of $500k in portable L&E business is required. For Sr. Counsel candidates, a portable book is preferred but not required.The CompanyWe are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm's founding in 1848, we've continuously evolved to meet our clients' changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.The LocationWe have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln) and Washington D.C. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients. This position is located in our Salt Lake City office.Job RequirementsKnowledge Base & EducationJ.D. from an ABA accredited law schoolExcellent academic credentialsA minimum of seven years' labor & employment experienceAbility to learn and embrace new skills and best practice as the position evolves and Firm needs changeAbility to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to work well independently as well as effectively within a teamAbility to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of theFirm CommunicationExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staffExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretionProblem Solving SkillsAbility and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutionsAbility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanorProfessionalismAbility to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgementOtherValid authorization to work in the U.S.Why You Should ApplyAt Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees' overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.Learning and GrowthChallenging and Dynamic RoleProfessional Growth OpportunitiesPerformance Management and CoachingSpecialized Training ProgramsBar Exam/Bar Review Course ReimbursementHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramTotal CompensationCompetitive Base PayPerformance RecognitionABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee ReimbursementPlanning for the Future401(k) with Company ContributionShort- & Long-Term Disability PlanLife InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceParental/Family LeaveCulture and WorkplaceRespected Organization with Collaborative CultureGrowing Firm with an Exciting FutureFlexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)Contemporary Work EnvironmentPositive and Respectful Work ClimateEqual Employment Opportunity StatementMichael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.#J-18808-Ljbffr