Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C. seeks an attorney with experience in employment law to advise clients on state and federal employment matters and to draft or review employment documentation.

You will support HR, DEI, Recruiting, and compliance teams, and you will handle litigation phases from discovery through trial while staying ahead of evolving laws with proactive guidance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as an attorney in employment law.
• Experience with client/employer advice and counseling a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication to advocate for clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide employment law advice on matters arising under state and federal law, and preparation or review of employment-related documents.
• Support clients in Human Resources, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Recruiting, Talent, HR Compliance, and a broad range of employment concerns.
• Execute all phases of litigation including discovery, motion practice, and trial.
• Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government enforcement related to employment law and provide strategic advice.
• Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff members.
• Organize and monitor client files.

Skills

Employment law

Client counseling

Litigation

Analytical skills

Time management

Deadline oriented

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide employment law advice on matters arising under state and federal law, and preparation or review of employment-related documents.
• Support clients in Human Resources, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Recruiting, Talent, HR Compliance, and a broad range of employment concerns.
• Execute all phases of litigation including discovery, motion practice, and trial.
• Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government enforcement relating to the above substantive legal areas and provide proactive, strategic advice to clients.
• Coordinate with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals, and staff members.
• Effectively organize and monitor client files.

Skills and Competencies

• Minimum 2+ years of job experience as an attorney working in employment law.
• Experience with client/employer advice and counseling a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication to effectively advocate for and work with various types of clients is vital.
• Willing to pitch in, collaborate, and support the growing department in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise.
• Skilled at meeting strict deadlines under significant time pressure.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities.