Labor And Employment Attorney

Illapa Search Ltd; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Illapa Search Ltd. is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate for its Chicago office.

The role involves working with sophisticated employers on employment matters including litigation, workplace counseling, wage and hour issues, restrictive covenants, investigations, and other high-stakes labor matters. The associate will take meaningful responsibility from day one, collaborating with clients and senior attorneys to handle both routine employment advice and complex disputes, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• J.D. required with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar, or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Experience in labor and employment law, preferably within a large or nationally recognized law firm.
• Experience with employment litigation, wage and hour matters, restrictive covenants, workplace investigations, or employment counseling.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients and experienced attorneys on a broad range of employment matters.
• Handle day-to-day employment advice to complex disputes and litigation.
• Develop litigation, counseling, and client-management skills within a sophisticated practice.

Skills

Labor & Employment Law

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Communication

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Illinois Bar admission (or eligible)

Job description

A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join its Chicago office. This is an opportunity to work with sophisticated employers on a broad range of complex employment matters, including employment litigation, workplace counseling, wage and hour issues, restrictive covenant disputes, internal investigations, and other high-stakes labor and employment matters.

The associate will have meaningful responsibility from day one, working directly with clients and experienced attorneys on matters ranging from day-to-day employment advice to complex disputes and litigation. The role offers substantial opportunities to develop litigation, counseling, and client-management skills within a sophisticated and growing practice.

About the Firm

The firm is recognized for its sophisticated national platform, strong client relationships, and collaborative approach to complex legal matters. Its Labor & Employment practice advises leading companies across industries and handles significant litigation, counseling, and workplace matters.

Attorneys benefit from a supportive environment, sophisticated work, meaningful client exposure, and opportunities for continued professional development alongside experienced practitioners.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar, or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Experience in labor and employment law, preferably within a large or nationally recognized law firm.
• Experience with employment litigation, wage and hour matters, restrictive covenants, workplace investigations, or employment counseling.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.