Speaker Bios

Alex Skalbania

Alex has been practicing law for over 35 years, since graduating from the University of Washington School of Law and becoming a member of the Washington State Bar Association in 1985. Alex also did his undergraduate work at the University of Washington, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from the UW in 1982. From the beginning of his legal career, Alex has maintained a special focus in his law practice upon representing labor organizations. Alex has been a partner in the Seattle law firm that is now Skalbania & Vinnedge, PSC since 1999. The firm currently limits its practice exclusively to the representation of public sector labor organizations located within the State of Washington. During his career, Alex has presented a number of interest arbitration proceedings on behalf of IAFF Locals, as well as many other arbitration hearings, unfair labor practice hearings and other litigation matters on behalf of union clients.  

Skalbania & Vinnedge, PSC

3600 15th Ave W., #100

Seattle, WA 98119

206-281-1770

Speaker's Classes Present/Past

2023

Latest PERC & Arbitration Decisions

Alex Skalbania will discuss new PERC cases and new Interest Arbitration awards and new developments regarding bargaining topics. PERC Update Presentation
2024

Understanding Grievances/Unfair Labor Practices

A brief overview of what is a grievance, what is an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP). What is the difference between the two and what is the process for each. Understanding Grievances ULPs Presentation