Senior Counsel, Employment Litigation

Constangy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Group Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with % Match

Profit-Sharing Plan

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

The Chicago, Illinois office of Constangy is seeking an Employment Litigation Senior Counsel with 8+ years of experience. This role requires drafting and arguing motions, taking depositions, and a profound knowledge of labor and employment law.

Ideal candidates will have excellent academic credentials and strong analytical skills, capable of managing multiple projects effectively. The salary range is $225,000 to $275,000 per year, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in litigation.
• Experience drafting and responding to discovery and pleadings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Labor and employment law expertise

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bar admission in Illinois

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

Job Summary

The Chicago, Illinois office of Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete seeks an Employment Litigation Senior Counsel with 8+ years of experience. The ideal candidate will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting, and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Significant experience in labor and employment law is required. Candidate must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be admitted to practice in Illinois.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays including Juneteenth
• Group Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Teladoc coverage for remote medical care
• 401(k) Savings Plan with % Match and a Profit-Sharing Plan
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

These benefits are subject to change.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $225,000 - $275,000 per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, and compensation. Our Firm prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations; or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.