Associate - Employment - Chicago

McDermott; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 455,000; Full time

Job summary

Mc Dermott Will & Schulte in Chicago seeks an Associate with 4-7 years of employment law experience to join our Employment Practice Group. The ideal candidate has wage-and-hour counseling and litigation experience, with exposure to class/collective actions, excellent writing, research, and analytical skills, and admission to the Illinois Bar.

We foster a culture of belonging and provide competitive compensation, top benefits, and robust professional development, empowering you to grow both

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of employment law experience, with a strong preference for wage-and-hour counseling and litigation experience.
• Meaningful experience with class and collective actions, including wage-and-hour matters, or other complex employment litigation.
• Strong litigation, writing, research and analytical skills, along with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar.

Responsibilities

• Join the Employment Practice Group in our Chicago office.
• Advise and litigate wage-and-hour matters and other complex employment litigation.
• Develop and present legal arguments with strong writing and research skills.

Skills

Employment law

Litigation

Wage-and-hour

Education

Law degree required

Job description

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. M c Dermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,450 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.

Here, we don't just invest in your future, we accelerate your career - wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.

With us, you'll find:

• A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity - we encourage you to be yourself!
• Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
• Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our M c Dermott Well program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
  

Job Description:

M c Dermott is seeking an Associate with 4-7 years of experience to join our Employment Practice Group in our Chicago office.

Job Requirements:

• 4-7 years of employment law experience, with a strong preference for candidates with substantive wage-and-hour counseling and litigation experience.
• Meaningful experience with class and collective actions, including wage-and-hour matters, or other complex employment litigation.
• Strong litigation, writing, research and analytical skills, along with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar.

As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With M c Dermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

Expected Pay Range for Associates: 2026/2025 Class Compensation Years: $235,000

2024 Class Compensation Years: $245,000

2023 Class Compensation Years: $270,000

2022 Class Compensation Years: $320,000

2021 Class Compensation Years: $385,000

2020 Class Compensation Years: $410,000

2019 Class Compensation Years: $440,000

2018 and more senior class compensation years: $455,000