Labor & Employment Associate (Chicago, IL)

A nationally recognized management-side labor and employment law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join its Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated employment matters for a diverse client base ranging from regional employers to Fortune 500 companies.

Responsibilities:

• Handle a broad range of employment litigation matters, including single-plaintiff claims and wage and hour class and collective actions.
• Manage cases through all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Provide strategic counseling on employment law issues and workplace compliance matters.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on complex and high-profile labor and employment matters.
• Leverage emerging technologies, including AI-driven tools, to enhance legal services and client outcomes.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 3-5 years of labor and employment law experience with a large law firm.
• Minimum of 3 years of employment litigation experience.
• Experience handling wage and hour matters and single-plaintiff employment claims.
• Active Illinois bar license in good standing.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Interest in utilizing innovative technologies to improve efficiency and client service.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary ranging from $225,000 to $250,000, commensurate with experience.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other firm-sponsored benefits.