Description:

Who we are:
At JBR Law Group LLC (“JBRLG”) we believe great business and employment lawyering is about more than reacting to disputes, it is about helping organizations build compliant strategically aligned workplaces that are set up for long term success. We are a management side firm serving as a trusted partner to our clients consisting primarily of corporate and governmental entities across a broad range of industries. Our clients turn to us for sophisticated counsel whether on commercial/contractual matters or to handle their respective employment law challenges. Our firm's employment law experience is full spectrum, including, but not limited to proactive compliance counseling, confidential workplace investigations, skilled defense in high-stakes federal and state litigation, trial work and more. We have a deliberately strategic and preventative approach to the law, working closely with clients to identify and address potential risks before they become costly disputes. This also includes developing and updating employee handbooks, workplace policies, as well as executive, employee, and independent contractor agreements. When disputes do arise, we approach each matter with a clear understanding of both the legal and business objectives at stake.

Our attorneys have successfully handled matters of high exposure involving Title VII, Illinois Human Rights Act, Americans with Disability Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act, Illinois Whistleblower Act, Constitutional claims pursuant to Section 1983, and other business and commercial disputes in both federal and state courts.

For more information about our firm, please visit www.lawatjbr.com.

Who we are looking for:
JBRLG is seeking an experienced attorney with a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience, including first and/or second chair trial experience, who is highly driven and interested in a senior counsel or partner-level position that can maintain the firm's excellent standards and contribute to the firm's overall growth and possible succession. The candidate must be licensed to practice law in Illinois, admitted to the Northern District of Illinois, and have a demonstrated history of developing and overseeing litigation strategy, and handling all aspects of federal and state litigation from start to finish. This candidate must be capable of upholding client expectations while also supervising associate attorneys and support staff as may be needed. JBRLG will also strongly consider an attorney with a portable book of business who can also dedicate undivided attention to the firm's needs and existing corporate and municipal clients. This is a hybrid in person and remote work position.

Qualified candidates must have significant employment law and litigation experience in federal and state courts in order to be considered. Preference will be given to candidates that have had any municipal liability experience. In addition to candidates with relevant litigation and trial experience, we will also welcome applications from candidates who are experienced in internal investigations; settlement negotiations; compliance counseling; workplace trainings; drafting of employment policies/handbooks, restrictive covenants, employment agreements, and/or independent contractor/subcontractor agreements; and have any experience handling claims alleging business injury, breach of restrictive covenant, and trade secret misappropriation.

JBRLG is also willing to consider qualified applicants seeking either part-time employment or an of counsel position with a portable book of business.

Minimum Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar.
Admitted to the Northern District of Illinois.
Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, including prior trial experience.
Sophisticated legal drafting and litigation skills with a demonstrated track record.
Strong written and oral communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
Significant courtroom and deposition experience, including the ability to independently prepare for and handle fact and expert witness examinations, oral arguments, opening/closing statements.
The knowledge and ability to appear in court and serve as litigation and trial counsel in the Law Division of Cook County, Illinois and the Northern District of Illinois with the ability to serve as lead counsel at times.
The ability to effectively and efficiently manage multiple matters, and/or supervise junior attorneys and support staff on deliverables.
Commitment to ethical and strategic business growth initiatives in addition to ensuring optimal results for our clients.

Why Join Us?
JBRLG has a proven successful track record built on a collaborative team approach. Our attorneys are trusted counselors and accomplished legal advocates, who are called on to safeguard our clients and their organizations in sensitive and high exposure matters. Our firm's leadership and dynamic experience combines litigation and transactional know-how, which leads to cost-effective strategies with superior outcomes both in and out of the court. By way of experience and opportunities, JBRLG has provided our attorneys and other legal professionals with broader and more sophisticated skill sets.

We value attorneys who are curious, strategic, practical, and committed to delivering excellent client services. Our work requires not just knowing the law but understanding our clients' organizations, anticipating problems, developing creative solutions, and advocating effectively when disputes arise.

Compensation & Benefits:
We offer various benefits to eligible employees including, but not limited to: