Associate/Senior Associate Attorney

Who We Are

At JBR Law Group LLC (“JBRLG”) we believe great business and employment lawyering is about more than reacting to disputes, it is about helping organizations build compliant strategically aligned workplaces that are set up for long term success. We are a management side firm serving as a trusted partner to our clients consisting primarily of corporate and governmental entities across a broad range of industries. Our clients turn to us for sophisticated counsel whether on commercial/contractual matters or to handle their respective employment law challenges. Our firm’s employment law experience is full spectrum, including, but not limited to proactive compliance counseling, confidential workplace investigations, skilled defense in high-stakes federal and state litigation, trial work and more. We have a deliberately strategic and preventative approach to the law, working closely with clients to identify and address potential risks before they become costly disputes. This also includes developing and updating employee handbooks, workplace policies, as well as executive, employee, and independent contractor agreements. When disputes do arise, we approach each matter with a clear understanding of both the legal and business objectives at stake.

Our attorneys have successfully handled matters of high exposure involving Title VII, Illinois Human Rights Act, Americans with Disability Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act, Illinois Whistleblower Act, Constitutional claims pursuant to Section 1983, and other business and commercial disputes in both federal and state courts.

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Who We Are Looking For

JBRLG is currently seeking a full-time Associate or Senior Associate Attorney with a minimum of four years relevant experience. Candidates should possess excellent academic credentials and their submissions, either at the time of application or interview, should include a general list or summary of cases they have handled as counsel of record. The candidate must be licensed to practice law in Illinois and admitted to the Northern District of Illinois although we are willing to consider experienced candidates admitted in other federal courts who are eligible for immediate local admission.

Qualified candidates must have significant employment law and litigation experience in order to be considered. Preference may also be given to candidates that have had any municipal liability experience. In addition to any candidates with relevant litigation or trial experience, we will also welcome applications from candidates who are experienced in compliance counseling; internal investigations; settlement negotiations; workplace trainings; drafting of employment policies/handbooks, restrictive covenants, employment agreements, and/or independent contractor/subcontractor agreements; and have any experience handling claims alleging business injury, breach of restrictive covenant, and trade secret misappropriation.

JBRLG is willing to consider qualified applicants seeking part-time employment subject to schedules and availability.

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

• Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar.

• Admitted or eligible for admission to Northern District of Illinois.

• Minimum of 4 years of employment law experience.

• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.

• Strong written and oral communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Commitment to providing strategic and business-focused representation.

Why Join Us?

At JBRLG, associates and senior associates have the opportunity to become trusted counselors and accomplished client advocates, working directly on matters that affect our clients and their organizations. Our practice combines counseling, investigations, transactional work, litigation, and trial strategy, providing attorneys with the opportunity to develop a broad and sophisticated skill set.

We value attorneys who are curious, strategic, practical, and committed to delivering excellent client services. Our work requires not just knowing the law but understanding our clients’ organizations, anticipating problems, developing creative solutions, and advocating effectively when disputes arise.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer various benefits to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

• Compensation by way of a salary will be commensurate with experience

• Group Health Insurance

• Cell Phone Stipend

• 401(k)

• Profit sharing and/or discretionary performance bonus eligibility

• Paid time off, sick leave, and firm holidays

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days in-office, 1 day remote

• Flexible schedules for part-time applicants

How to Apply

To apply please submit the following materials: Cover Letter, Resume, Relevant Case List and/or General Summary of Relevant Results, Law School Transcript, and (2) Writing Samples if practicing 7 years or less to View email address on click.appcast.io.

JBRLG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JBRLG is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace. In accordance with all relevant federal, state, and local laws, JBRLG makes all employment decisions based on individuals’ qualifications and abilities to complete the essential functions and duties of the job to be filled in a manner that upholds JBRLG’s unwavering standards to its clients. It is the continuing policy of JBRLG to lawfully provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, age, religion, disability, national origin/ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, veterans’ or military status, regardless of how discharged, source of income, credit history, arrest records, physical or mental handicap or disability or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws. At JBRLG, equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and condition of employment including, but not limited to hiring, training, compensation, benefits, working conditions, discipline, and termination. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit, and any other legitimate business factors consistent with principles of equal employment and all applicable laws.

Disclaimer: This is a general summary of the duties and qualifications related to the role, and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. It does not limit or in any way modify the right of JBRLG to direct, assign, and control the work of employees. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Job postings are subject to periodic review and modification.

PLEASE NOTE JBR LAW GROUP LLC WILL NOT RESPOND TO RECRUITERS NOR WILL JBR LAW GROUP LLC OR ANY OF ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS OR EMPLOYEES BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYING THE FEE FOR ANY CANDIDATE INTRODUCED TO THE FIRM BY ANY RECRUITER.