Labor And Employment Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a seasoned Labor and Employment Attorney with a strong background in defense. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in employment counseling and litigation, focusing on federal and state courts and government agencies. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate proficiency in providing legal guidance to employers on various labor and employment law matters.

Job Duties:

• Provide legal counsel to employers on labor and employment law issues.
• Conduct witness interviews and investigations as part of legal proceedings.
• Draft position statements and legal documents, including employee handbooks, policies, employment, and separation agreements.
• Manage employment-related litigation, including proceedings before federal and state courts and government agencies.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7+ years of labor and employment defense experience.
• Extensive experience in employment counseling and litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to handle legal proceedings before federal and state courts and government agencies.
• A portable business is preferred.

Education:

• Juris doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Illinois State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.
• Thorough understanding of labor and employment law regulations and precedents.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.