Labor & Employment Attorney (2-3 years)
Location(s): Chicago, IL
Salary Range: $235,000 – $260,000
Admission: Illinois
Schedule: 4 days/week Onsite
Client Size: 2,000+
Client Description:
Our client is an AM Top 100 law firm with 24 offices in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Their Labor & Employment team represents local, national and multinational employers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses and nonprofits. They counsel employers in every aspect of the employer/employee relationship, including federal, state and international law compliance; traditional labor issues; internal investigations; federal contracting; and executive compensation.
Position Description:
Our client is seeking a junior or mid-level Associate to join their L&E team in Chicago. Candidates must possess strong academic credentials, and be able to demonstrate top-notch legal research, analysis and writing skills. Candidates must be barred in Illinois.
Job Requirements:
- Qualified candidates will have 2-3 years of labor and employment law or commercial litigation experience obtained in a large law firm setting.
- Candidates should have experience litigating either employment, civil rights, or commercial matters in both state and federal courts.
- Experience with state and federal wage & hour and employment laws is preferred.
Jillian Dent