Attorney, Billing, Business Development, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974), Fiduciary, Leadership, Litigation, Mentoring, Team Player
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
4 days ago
Job Title: Labor & Employment Partner
Salary: $300,000+ plus Bonus & Benefits (depending on client base and experience)
Location: Chicago, IL
Overview: A well-established labor and employment practice is seeking an experienced Partner to join their Chicago office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled attorney with extensive litigation experience and a portable client base to integrate into a collaborative and growth-oriented team.
Role Focus:
Lead complex labor and employment litigation matters in both state and federal court, including TROs, preliminary injunctions, dispositive motions, arbitration, mediation, and trial preparation.
Handle wage-and-hour class/collective actions, traditional labor matters, and ERISA disputes (withdrawal liability, fiduciary duty claims, benefit fund collections).
Manage commercial disputes involving restrictive covenants, trade secrets, and contract/business matters, including discovery, depositions, and injunctive relief proceedings.
Maintain and grow client relationships while mentoring junior attorneys and collaborating with firm leadership.
Requirements:
Significant experience in labor and employment law, including complex litigation.
Proven track record managing litigation from inception to resolution.
Portable business preferred, with strong client relationships and billing experience.
Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and business development skills.
Active Illinois Bar admission.
Benefits:
Competitive base compensation with performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Partnership-track opportunity with significant leadership and client-facing responsibilities.
Collaborative and high-performing team environment