Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Chicago | Hybrid

$235,000 – $360,000+

A leading national law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing employers in sophisticated labor and employment matters, including employment litigation, workplace counseling, labor relations, and compliance matters.

• 3–6 years of labor and employment experience
• Experience with employment litigation and employer-side counseling preferred
• Experience handling wage and hour, discrimination, retaliation, leave and accommodation, and wrongful termination matters
• Experience with workplace investigations, employment policies, handbooks, and employment agreements preferred
• Traditional labor experience, including union matters and collective bargaining, is a plus
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Nationally recognized Labor & Employment practice

Sophisticated employer-side litigation and counseling work

Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility

Strong mentorship and professional development

Partnership-track opportunity

Hybrid flexibility and collaborative culture

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174