Description:
An International Law Firm Chicago Labor & Employment Group is looking for a mid-level associate with 4+ years of experience with the following requisite experience:Preferred candidates should have general labor and employment law and litigation experience and superior writing skills. In addition, candidates should possess a strong academic background, excellent communication capabilities, willingness to take on significant case and matter responsibilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Specifically, the successful candidate will be able to perform significant responsibilities in employment law litigation matters through summary judgment and trial, including conducting discovery (including e-discovery) efforts and handling routine motions in federal and state courts, as well as responding to administrative agency charges and investigations, with minimal supervision. In addition, the successful candidate will have employment law counseling and some drafting experience advising clients including in-house counsel, human resources professionals and other company representatives on how best to address, resolve and document issues that typically arise in employment relationships, including facility with employment contracts. Toward that end, the successful candidate must be familiar with and be willing to stay abreast of employment statutes and regulations. Admission to the Illinois Bar is strongly preferred. The position is expected to be full-time, with at least some days each week in the office.
