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Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
2-13 yrs required

Location
Chicago, IL, United States

Industry
Legal

Posted on
Jul 16, 2025

Valid Through
Aug 15, 2025

Profile

Job Title:
Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a skilled associate attorney with a strong background in employment and labor law to join its established Employment Practice Group. The role involves advising and representing management clients on a range of employment-related matters, offering a dynamic work environment with opportunities for advancement, professional development, and meaningful client interaction. Ideal candidates will bring litigation experience, a keen understanding of employment law, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in the legal field.

Duties:

  • Advise management-side clients on EEO compliance, wage and hour regulations, and various employment practices

  • Represent clients in employment-related disputes and litigation

  • Draft legal documents, including briefs, motions, and responses to discovery

  • Conduct and defend depositions

  • Manage multiple ongoing cases and client matters concurrently

  • Collaborate with colleagues on class actions, restrictive covenant disputes, and trade secret issues

  • Assist with international employment issues and executive compensation matters where applicable

Requirements:

  • 5-7 years of dedicated employment law experience

  • Demonstrated experience with employment counseling from a management-side perspective

  • Proven litigation background, including motion work and deposition handling

  • Familiarity with wage/hour, employment class actions, and restrictive covenant litigation

  • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment

  • Licensed to practice law in Illinois or actively pursuing admission

Education:

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent from an accredited law school

  • Strong academic performance

Certifications:

  • Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligibility for admission promptly)

Skills:

  • Excellent legal research and persuasive writing capabilities

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking

  • Confident verbal communication and negotiation skills

  • Effective time management and organizational abilities

  • Comfortable working both independently and in team settings

Job Location:

  • Chicago, IL

Benefits:

  • Hybrid work schedule (three days onsite, two remote)

  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Firm-paid life and disability insurance

  • Health savings and flexible spending account options

  • 401(k) retirement plan with traditional and Roth options via Vanguard

  • Ongoing professional development and business development training

  • Mentorship program and transparent path to partnership

  • Access to employee assistance program (EAP), commuter benefits, fitness discounts, and back-up child/elder care

  • Family-friendly workplace policies and wellness initiatives

  • Employee discount programs and additional voluntary benefits

Company info

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

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