Labor amp Employment Attorney

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Job Overview:
A well-established national law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Attorney with at least 5 years of relevant legal experience to join its Chicago-based office. The successful candidate will support both public and private sector clients across a wide range of labor and employment matters, including collective bargaining, unfair labor practices, employment litigation, and workplace counseling. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to join a collaborative and growth-oriented legal team.

Location:

• Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Advise public and private employers on matters related to employee misconduct, discipline, and unfair labor practices

• Handle labor arbitrations and participate in collective bargaining negotiations

• Provide employment law counseling related to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, and general HR compliance

• Draft legal documents and correspondence, including position statements, legal memoranda, and arbitration briefs

• Represent clients in administrative hearings and proceedings

• Engage in business development and maintain strong client relationships

• Stay informed on legal developments relevant to labor and employment law

• Interact with clients and opposing counsel; demonstrate sound legal judgment under pressure

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience practicing labor and employment law

• Demonstrated experience representing public sector clients is highly valued

• Experience handling union matters, labor arbitrations, and employee discipline issues

• Knowledge of Illinois police officer and firefighter disciplinary acts is a plus

• Comfortable working directly with clients and managing complex caseloads

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the State of Illinois

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a professional demeanor

Benefits:

• Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary performance-based bonus

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Options: Health and dependent care FSA; HSA options available

• Retirement: 401(k) plan participation

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays

• Other Perks: Parking or public transportation allowance, employee assistance program

Company info

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