Labor & Employment Associate Attorney — Chicago

Job overview

The Labor & Employment Associate Attorney role is onsite in Chicago, IL, with stated annual salary of $260,000 or more. Direct Counsel is recruiting for a respected law firm’s Chicago office. The attorney handles employment litigation and related counseling, drafting, investigations, and dispute resolution. The role supports clients by managing employment matters in Illinois state and federal courts and advising on applicable workplace laws and documents.

What you'll do

• Manage employment litigation and dispute resolution
• counsel clients on federal, state, and local employment laws
• draft employment agreements, workplace policies, and employee handbooks
• assist with workplace investigations and employment-related disputes
• manage and coordinate matters in Illinois state and federal courts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

labor and employment attorney

associate attorney

chicago il

direct counsel

employment litigation

dispute resolution

illinois bar

workplace investigations

employment agreements

employee handbooks

$260k+

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires admission to the Illinois Bar and at least three years of employment litigation experience.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.