This position will sit in our Chicago location.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination
- Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases
- Provide advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of labor and employment laws and regulations
Skills and Educational Requirements:
- JD from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials
- 5+ years of litigation experience, employment law background strongly preferred
- Active IL bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly
- Understanding of current court and employment-related agency (state and federal) procedures
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
- Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects
For Illinois, the expected salary range for this position is between $215,000-$262,500. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
- Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
- Employee assistance program and other firm benefits
