Labor & Employment (Junior-Level) Litigation Associate – Am Law 100 Firm

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 215,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal field is seeking a Junior-Level Litigation Associate to join their Chicago office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a Chambers-ranked Labor & Employment practice known for its expertise in representing major national corporations. The firm has received accolades for its commitment to pro bono work and has been recognized as a leader in employment litigation. If you are an ambitious litigator with 1-3 years of experience and strong academic credentials, this position offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work environment, making it an ideal next step in your legal career.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of employment litigation experience required.
• Strong academic credentials are essential.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in wage and hour class actions.
• Defend against EEOC investigations and discrimination claims.
• Litigate noncompete and restrictive covenant matters.

Skills

Employment Litigation

Wage and Hour Class Actions

Defending Class Actions

EEOC Investigations

Discrimination Law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Labor & Employment (Junior-Level) Litigation Associate – Am Law 100 Firm

About the Position:
We are working with the Chicago office of a growing international law firm that has an active need for an employment litigator to join as an associate This law firm is a go-to labor and employment firm for major national corporations, with broad expertise and expansive coverage across the United States.

Highlights:
· Chambers-ranked Labor & Employment practice
· Ranked as one of the top firms to work for in the Midwest by Vault Law
· Ranked by BTI as a Leader in Employment Litigation and in Complex Employment Litigation
· Recognized by the American Bar Association for its pro bono work
· Recognized on the Client Service A-Team report by BTI Consulting

Responsibilities:
· Represent employers in wage and hour class actions
· Defend class and collective action claims, EEOC systemic investigations, and cases related to Title VII, Title IX, the Equal Pay Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, FMLA, the False Claims Act, retaliation, whistleblowing and discrimination
· Litigate noncompete and restrictive covenant matters

Required Qualifications:
· 1-3 years of employment litigation experience
· Strong academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $215,000 – $250,000.

Position Type

• Associate

Employment Type

• Law Firm

Practice Areas

• Labor/Employment

Job ID

• 2470

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