Employment Attorney Expert (Remote)

Davita Inc.; Illinois; Remote; USD 104,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Employment Counsel to provide comprehensive legal advice on employment law issues and manage legal risks. The role includes responsibilities for dispute resolution and guiding business leaders on legal compliance across various jurisdictions. Candidates should have a Juris Doctorate, at least 7 years of experience, and a strong command of employment law best practices.

Qualifications

• Must be an active member in good standing within the state of practice.
• 7 or more years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney demand letters and handle disputes including arbitrations.
• Advise HR on compliance with FLSA, FMLA, and ADA employment laws.
• Develop legal strategies for employment practices globally.

Skills

Client Follow-Up

Effective Written and Oral Communication

Executive Communication

Standards Compliance

Strategy Development

Strategic Planning

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. For more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us ahead of our customers' evolving needs, from advocating for seat belts, airbags, and graduated driving laws to leading in pricing sophistication, telematics, and device and identity protection.

Job Description

Step into a dynamic role at the intersection of law and business. As Employment Counsel, you'll serve as a trusted advisor on all facets of employment law, including agency charges, compliance, accommodations, compensation, and employee separations. You'll manage pre-litigation disputes and guide business leaders through complex workplace issues with clarity and confidence.

This role is strategic as well as reactive. You'll proactively identify risks, shape policies, and provide insightful counsel to navigate an evolving legal landscape—all while ensuring cost efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Collaboration is essential. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and outside counsel, aligning legal strategies with business objectives and fostering effective communication across teams.

If you're energized by challenging work, meaningful impact, and shaping employment practices, this is your opportunity to influence at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage attorney demand letters, arbitrations, dispute handling, participate in mediations, and prepare/review settlement documents.
• Review and respond to agency complaints and requests.
• Develop strategies for assigned legal matters.
• Evaluate the use of outside counsel.
• Advise HR and business units on employment laws such as FLSA, FMLA, ADA, ADEA, OSHA, Title VII, and WARN, including company policies and practices.
• Provide complex training to HR on employment law issues, terminations, reductions in force, etc.
• Offer legal counsel to promote sound workplace practices globally, including in the U.S., Canada, India, Mexico, and Northern Ireland, consulting with outside counsel as needed.
• Travel for department meetings and events as required.

Education

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing within the state of practice.

Experience

• 7 or more years of relevant experience (preferred).

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not include supervisory duties.

Skills

Client Follow-Up, Effective Written and Oral Communication, Executive Communication, Standards Compliance, Strategy Development, Strategic Planning

Compensation

Annual salary ranges from $104,000 to $187,625, based on experience and qualifications.

The selected candidate will be required to undergo a background check.

Allstate generally does not sponsor employment-based visas for this role.

Note: Discrimination based on veteran status is prohibited under Indiana law and other applicable policies.

For information on local fair chance ordinances and employment rights, please refer to the provided links.

Allstate is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories, in all employment practices.