Labor & Employment Associate at Jobot
Chicago, IL 60607
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Colleen Gormley
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Salary: $175,000 - $215,000 per year
A bit about us:
Our client is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join their Chicago, IL office! The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Illinois and have at least three (3) to six (6) years of experience in employment law matters. If you are looking to join a well-known firm with an excellent culture, please apply today!
Why join us?
Competitive compensation package
Complete benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
401k retirement plan with match
PTO + Company paid holidays
Accelerated Career Growth
Fun Company Activities and Events
Job Details
Job Details:
1. Handling all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials, and mediation.
2. Managing complex litigation matters pertaining to labor and employment law, including PAGA and Plaintiffs Class Action Litigation.
3. Providing advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour laws, workplace safety, rest break laws, and more.
4. Conducting legal research and preparing legal memoranda on a wide range of labor and employment issues.
5. Representing clients in negotiations, settlements, and mediations.
6. Developing case strategies to effectively represent clients in legal proceedings.
7. Keeping abreast of legislative changes that may affect the company and its clients.
8. Participating in business development activities, including networking events, client seminars, and conferences.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following qualifications:
1. A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A minimum of 2+ years of employment litigation experience
3. Admitted to practice law in the state and in good standing with the state bar.
4. Excellent analytical, communication (both written and oral), and organizational skills.
5. Proven track record of managing multiple cases and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
6. Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
7. Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to resolve complex disputes in an effective manner.
8. Ability to handle a high volume of cases and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
9. Strong commitment to client service and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients.
10. A strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $175,000 - $215,000 per year
A bit about us:
Our client is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join their Chicago, IL office! The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Illinois and have at least three (3) to six (6) years of experience in employment law matters. If you are looking to join a well-known firm with an excellent culture, please apply today!
Why join us?
Competitive compensation package
Complete benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
401k retirement plan with match
PTO + Company paid holidays
Accelerated Career Growth
Fun Company Activities and Events
Job Details
Job Details:
1. Handling all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, trials, and mediation.
2. Managing complex litigation matters pertaining to labor and employment law, including PAGA and Plaintiffs Class Action Litigation.
3. Providing advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour laws, workplace safety, rest break laws, and more.
4. Conducting legal research and preparing legal memoranda on a wide range of labor and employment issues.
5. Representing clients in negotiations, settlements, and mediations.
6. Developing case strategies to effectively represent clients in legal proceedings.
7. Keeping abreast of legislative changes that may affect the company and its clients.
8. Participating in business development activities, including networking events, client seminars, and conferences.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following qualifications:
1. A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A minimum of 2+ years of employment litigation experience
3. Admitted to practice law in the state and in good standing with the state bar.
4. Excellent analytical, communication (both written and oral), and organizational skills.
5. Proven track record of managing multiple cases and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
6. Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
7. Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to resolve complex disputes in an effective manner.
8. Ability to handle a high volume of cases and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
9. Strong commitment to client service and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients.
10. A strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Salary
175,000 - 215,000 /year