What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Litigation Associate position at Jackson Lewis PC?
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 will sit in our Chicago location.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Defend and litigate lawsuits involving BIPA (Biometric Information Privacy Act)
Class Action experience highly preferred
Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
Skills and Educational Requirements:
JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
3 years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred.
Current IL Bar admission or ability to obtain admission.
Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork
Salary : $50,000 - $71,000
