Employment Associate Attorney

Employment Associate Attorney We are seeking a motivated Employment Associate Attorney to join our litigation-focused employment practice. The successful candidate will provide legal counseling to employers, manage complex employment disputes, and support all phases of litigation from pre-suit counseling through trial. This role emphasizes motion practice, discovery, depositions, and strategic case development in both employment and related commercial litigation matters. Key Responsibilities Provide counseling to clients on employment law matters including policies, compliance, investigations, and risk management Manage a caseload of employment and commercial litigation matters, handling pleadings, discovery, and motion practice Draft, file, and argue dispositive and non‑dispositive motions, including summary judgment motions and responses Prepare and defend depositions; conduct witness preparation and manage deposition strategy Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and legal correspondence with a high degree of accuracy and persuasiveness Collaborate with partners and senior associates on case strategy, client pitches, and settlement negotiations Participate in trial preparation and, when appropriate, take an active role at trial or in arbitration proceedings Assist in developing business for the practice through client relationship management and contributing to proposals and thought leadership Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Barred in IL 4+ years of employment litigation and counseling experience Proven experience in motion practice, including drafting and arguing summary judgment motions Experience conducting and defending depositions and handling all stages of discovery Strong legal research and writing skills, with experience preparing briefs, pleadings, and client advisories Excellent client counseling and oral advocacy skills; comfortable advising employers and employees on complex legal issues Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage competing deadlines, and prioritize a busy caseload Familiarity with e‑discovery tools and litigation technology; attention to detail and strong organizational skills Professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to ethical practice #J-18808-Ljbffr CyberCoders