• Position Locations: Chicago
• Salary: $230,000 - $315,000
• Schedule: 3/2 Hybrid
• Admits: ILLINOIS
• Practice Area: LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
• Specialties: CLASS ACTION, COLLECTIVE BARGAINING, COMPLIANCE, CONTRACTS, DISCRIMINATION, EEOC, HANDBOOKS, LITIGATION

Firm Description:
Our client is a fast-growing, full-service law firm with offices in Chicago and Milwaukee. With a foundation built by partners from top-tier international firms, our client offers sophisticated legal services across a broad range of corporate and litigation matters. The firm represents a diverse and engaging client base, including private equity firms, founders, startups, venture capital investors, family offices, and public companies.

Position Description:
We are seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney to support our client's growing transactional practice, with a primary focus on advising on employment-related matters in mergers & acquisitions and corporate transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide labor & employment support in M&A transactions, including due diligence, risk assessment, and deal structuring
• Advise clients on employment-related compliance issues under federal, state, and local laws
• Draft and negotiate:
  • Employment agreements
  • Restrictive covenant agreements
  • Separation and retention agreements
  • Executive compensation and related documents
• Review and advise on employee policies, handbooks, and workplace practices
• Counsel clients on employment law risks related to corporate transactions and business operations

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active law license (Illinois preferred; open to other states)
• 5-8 years of experience, ideally in labor & employment with transactional exposure
• Strong understanding of employment laws, including:
  • Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, and state equivalents
• Experience supporting M&A or corporate transactions strongly preferred
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

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