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Chicago, IL, United States

Corporate/Employment Counsel

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm in Chicago, IL, seeks an experienced Corporate/Employment Counsel to join their team. This position requires a legal professional with a strong background in employment law, offering strategic advice and handling complex employment-related issues. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in employment law, superior organizational and writing skills, and a client-focused approach.

Duties:

• Advise clients on employment-related compliance issues, including worker classification, wage and hour regulations, immigration, unions and collective bargaining, employment policies and handbooks, and equal opportunity laws.
• Draft and review employment agreements, separation agreements, and other documents.
• Provide counsel on reductions-in-force and WARN Act compliance.
• Draft and advice on restrictive covenants, including non-compete and non-solicitation clauses.
• Conduct due diligence and manage employment-related representations and covenants in transaction documents.
• Collaborate with clients to develop and implement effective employment policies and practices.
• Represent clients in employment-related disputes and litigation as needed.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of employment law experience at a nationally recognized law firm.
• Proven expertise in advising on various employment-related compliance matters.
• Demonstrated ability to draft and review complex employment agreements and policies.
• Experience with employment-related diligence and transaction documents is a plus.
• Excellent academic credentials and a strong client-focused work ethic.
• Superior writing and organizational skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Member in good standing of the Illinois Bar or eligibility to waive into the IL Bar.

Skills:

• Deep understanding of employment law and regulations.
• Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, focusing on client service and team collaboration.

Job Location:

• Chicago, IL

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