Company or Organization:
Simms Showers, LLP
Location:
Leesburg, Virginia
Salary Information:
Dependent on applicant.
Simms Showers LLP, a growing Northern Virginia and Maryland based law firm, is seeking an Associate
Attorney for our Labor, Employment, and Collective Bargaining practice area.
• We seek team members who appreciate and can thrive in a faith-driven environment with a desire to
contribute to a team that integrates faith and law in practical ways.
This exciting legal opportunity also offers a great office and team environment with attorneys ready to provide
mentorship and support. Associates with Simms Showers LLP are full-time, salaried employees with opportunity
for advancement. Compensation includes significant benefits, including: (1) health insurance options; (2) paid
sick and vacation leave; (3) 401K retirement with 4% matching program; (4) a cash balance program and profit
sharing. This position would require the following:
• Serve as lead negotiator or key advisor in collective bargaining negotiations for labor organizations
representing law enforcement/public safety employees.
• Draft, review, and interpret collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
• Advise clients on labor law compliance under applicable state and federal law.
• Ability to navigate the changing legal environment as Virginia law on this matter develops
• Represent clients in grievance arbitrations, mediation, and administrative proceedings several different
agencies.
• Counsel clients on labor relations strategy and organizing campaigns.
• Prepare legal opinions and policy recommendations on workplace and labor issues.
• Stay current with developments in labor and employment law and communicate relevant changes to
clients or internal teams.
To apply, send your (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) if a recent graduate, a transcript (unofficial transcript is
fine) via email to Kevin Connor at krconnor@simmsshowerslaw.com and copy
jmbaldwin@simmsshowerslaw.com
Location:
Leesburg, Virginia
Requirements:
• 1-3+ years of experience in labor and employment law • VA Bar License • Legal writing, analysis, and drafting skills • Ability and willingness to travel to different counties/jurisdictions in Virginia
Closing Date:
05/30/2026
Website or Application Links:
https://www.simmsshowerslaw.com/career-center/
Additional Information:
• Familiarity with collective bargaining and labor relations
• Jury trial and other Court experience
• Prior judicial clerkship experience
• Experience in Arbitrations and Grievances