Of Counsel

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 245,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Chicago seeks an Of Counsel Attorney to join its Litigation group. The attorney will advise and defend employers in agency charges, lawsuits, investigations, state and federal matters, and related employment law issues.

Qualified candidates hold a JD from an accredited law school, with IL Bar admission preferred and 8+ years’ employment law experience. The role emphasizes collaboration and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of employment law experience preferred.
• IL Bar Admission preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to independently produce a quality work product.
• Defense of agency charges and lawsuits involving employment-related claims.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations and in arbitration.
• Work as part of a team, especially on larger cases.

Skills

Employment law

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Case management

Oral advocacy

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. This position is for the role of an Of Counsel Attorney for the firm’s Chicago Office. In this role, the Of Counsel will work directly with the Litigation group in advising and defending employers in various workplace matters including investigations, administrative charges, state and federal lawsuits, among other areas of employment defense. The Of Counsel will work with a dynamic group of litigation attorneys and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates ability to independently produce a quality work product
• Defense of agency charges of discrimination, lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and advice and counseling involving similar issues
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations and in arbitration in a broad range of employment matters, including discrimination, contract, employment tort and non-compete cases
• Work as part of a team, especially on larger cases

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from accredited law school
• 8+ years of experience preferred employment law experience a plus IL Bar Admission preferred
• Excellent attention to detail, including working with document intensive cases
• Strong organizational and case management skills, including managing numerous cases at once
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and effectively utilize other professionals
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment

For Illinois, the expected salary range for this position is between $245,000-$277,500. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

We are a preeminent workplace law firm dedicated to our clients and passionate about providing the highest quality, creative and effective representation of employers on the full range of employment and labor law matters, through offices strategically located throughout the country. We provide a rewarding and collegial work environment for the leading attorneys in our field. We work hard to preserve the values that make Jackson Lewis a gratifying place to practice law. We are a law firm where people know each other and work together to best serve our clients.