• Location: Chicago
  • Practice Area: LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Salary: $215,000 - $235,000
  • Specialties: CLASS ACTION, LITIGATION, WAGE & HOUR

Employment & Labor Relations Associate (2+ yrs.) – Chicago

  • Position Locations: Chicago
  • Salary: $215,000 - $235,000
  • Schedule: No Preference
  • Admits: ILLINOIS
  • Practice Area: LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
  • Specialties: CLASS ACTION, LITIGATION, WAGE & HOUR

Firm Description:
Our client is a nationally respected, full-service law firm with over 1,100 attorneys across 22 offices. With a legacy dating back to 1885, the firm is known for its progressive culture, client-first mindset, and deep commitment to community engagement. It offers comprehensive legal services across a wide range of practice areas including corporate, litigation, healthcare, intellectual property, and environmental law. The firm fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace and operates under a decentralized leadership model, empowering teams across its geographic footprint to deliver innovative and efficient legal solutions.

Position Description:
Our client, a highly regarded national law firm, is seeking a team-oriented Employment & Labor Associate to join its sophisticated Employment & Labor practice.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and an interest in, or experience handling, management-side employment counseling and litigation matters. Experience with wage and hour collective and class action litigation is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Advise employers on a broad range of employment law matters.
  • Represent management in employment-related litigation and dispute resolution.
  • Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and clients on strategic employment and labor matters.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of employment and labor law experience.
  • Experience with, or strong interest in, management-side employment counseling and litigation.
  • Wage and hour collective and class action experience preferred.
  • Outstanding academic and professional credentials.
  • Superior research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Our client offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan

Salary Range: $215,000 – $235,000 annually

Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, qualifications, and overall skill set.

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Jillian Dent

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