Experienced Labor and Employment Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly experienced Labor and Employment Attorney for a full-time hybrid position in Lombard, Illinois. This role offers autonomy and flexibility, ideal for a motivated legal professional with a strong background in employment litigation, particularly wage and hour claims, eager to contribute to a dynamic practice.

Duties

• Manage all aspects of employment law cases, including wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage and hour claims.
• Formulate and execute comprehensive litigation strategies tailored to client needs.
• Provide expert legal advice on employment contracts, employee rights, and compliance issues.
• Oversee all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings and preparing trial documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions, coordinate witness preparation, and review documents.
• Lead settlement negotiations and participate in mediation and alternative dispute resolution.
• Perform legal research on complex labor and employment law issues.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and paralegals.
• Review and analyze documents relevant to case matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in labor and employment law, with a focus on employment litigation.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois; additional state licenses are a plus.
• Proven success managing multiple cases with minimal supervision.
• Expertise in federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, FLSA, and ADEA.
• Experience in taking and defending depositions and managing cases through all litigation phases.

Skills

• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Excellent advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

Benefits

• Autonomy and flexibility in a hybrid work environment.
• Opportunity to scale earnings based on results.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306