Lateral Labor And Employment Attorney

Job Title: Lateral Labor and Employment Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm located in Park Ridge, IL, is seeking an experienced and skilled lateral Labor and Employment Attorney to join its dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of complex employment law matters, including labor-related litigation, human resources consulting, and workplace policies. As part of a thriving practice group, the successful candidate will play a key role in providing expert legal counsel to businesses and individuals, while collaborating with other legal teams to meet client needs.

Duties:

• Draft and review employment agreements, policies, and employee handbooks.
• Advise clients on a wide range of employment-related issues, including discipline, termination, accommodation requests, and leaves of absence.
• Provide counsel on human resources matters such as DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion), recruitment, HR compliance, and other employment concerns.
• Handle legal matters related to labor law, including experience in anti-harassment and employment training.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to deliver innovative solutions to complex issues in employment law.
• Manage all stages of litigation in federal and state courts, including discovery, depositions, motions, and trials.
• Oversee the investigation, management, and discovery of large volumes of documents and data.
• Collaborate with other practice groups (e.g., tax, corporate, finance, trusts & estates) to deliver comprehensive legal services.
• Engage in business development activities such as client presentations, networking events, and industry conferences to grow the firm's client base.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience defending clients in employment law matters.
• Strong expertise in federal and state labor and employment laws, including wage and hour laws, Title VII, ADEA, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and similar state laws.
• Proven experience in litigation and handling complex employment law cases.
• Experience in labor law and managing large collections of legal documents and data is advantageous.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in Illinois.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in Illinois.

Skills:

• Expertise in employment law, particularly in labor law and workplace compliance.
• Strong litigation skills and experience in court appearances.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing abilities.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of legal professionals.

Job Location:

• Park Ridge, IL

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Prescription drug insurance