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McCormack Schreiber Legal Search

Employment Attorney (10+ yrs) – No Business Required – Boutique Law Firm

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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About the Position Our client, a sophisticated Chicago-based boutique law firm, is seeking an experienced (10+ years) employment attorney to join its Chicago office (title depending on level of experience). The employment law practice at this firm counsels employers on matters involving discrimination, wage/hour, retaliation, workforce reductions, and terminations, and defends clients in federal and state court as well as agencies such as the EEOC. This role will be focused on employment counseling, with approximately 20% of practice involving litigation matters.

Highlights

Highly-regarded Chicago-based firm with nearly 160 years of combined attorney experience

Represent a diverse group of not-for-profit and government organizations

Excellent opportunity for someone coming out of a government/municipal agency

No business required

Responsibilities

Advise a range of clients, including local governments, townships, nonprofits, and religious institutions, on a range of employment matters, including wage and hour compliance, workforce reductions, restrictive covenants, termination decisions, discrimination, and leaves of absence

Provide advice regarding compliance with federal and state employment laws

Draft employment policies and other related documents

Defend claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation under federal and state laws as well as contractual disputes and defamation claims

Required Qualifications 10+ years of experience with employment counseling and litigation

Location Chicago, IL

Compensation The anticipated base salary range for this position is $150,000 – $250,000.

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