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Chicago - Labor & Employment Associate (Hybrid)

$225k - $255k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney – Chicago (Hybrid)

Direct Counsel is partnering with a nationally recognized labor & employment law firm to add a Labor & Employment Associate to its Chicago office. The candidate should possess excellent academic credentials, and their experience should include significant litigation work. Candidate must be licensed to practice law in Illinois.

  About the Role

The firm is seeking an attorney with:

  • 3-5 years of labor & employment law experience

  • Meaningful employment litigation exposure

  • Strong academic credentials and solid writing skills

  • Active Pennsylvania Bar admission (must be able to practice immediately)

This hybrid role offers a balance of in-office collaboration and flexibility. You’ll work closely with experienced partners on a wide range of employment disputes, gaining hands-on responsibility early and developing a well-rounded management-side practice.

The Platform

The firm you’ll be joining:

  • Focuses exclusively on representing employers in labor & employment matters

  • Has a large national and global footprint , supporting clients across industries

  • Is consistently recognized for its innovation, depth of expertise, and market leadership

  • Invests heavily in technology and modern practice tools to deliver efficient, forward-thinking legal solutions

The culture is collaborative, inclusive, and designed to support long-term attorney development.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package along with robust benefits for full-time and eligible part-time attorneys (50%+ schedule), including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents

  • A strong 401(k) plan

  • Generous time-off programs

  • Mental health and wellness resources

  • Family-building and caregiving benefits

  • Paid parental leave

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Employee referral bonus opportunities

  • Compensation: $225,000 - 255,000 (contingent on relevant experience and education, & includes eligibility for performance-based performances)  
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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