Chicago | Hybrid
$235,000 – $420,000+
A leading international law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing employers in sophisticated employment litigation, counseling, investigations, and workplace compliance matters.
• 3+ years of labor & employment experience
• Experience representing employers in employment litigation, counseling, and workplace investigations preferred
• Experience handling discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, restrictive covenant, and other employment-related disputes
• Experience preparing and responding to administrative charges and representing clients before federal, state, and local administrative agencies
• Experience advising employers on federal, state, and local employment law compliance issues
• Experience drafting employment agreements, separation agreements, employee handbooks, workplace policies, and related employment documents is a plus
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work directly with clients and provide practical, business-focused advice
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Sophisticated employer-side labor & employment platform
Exposure to complex litigation, counseling, and workplace investigations
Significant client interaction and responsibility
Strong mentorship and professional development
Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment
Partnership-track opportunity
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com