Top Employment & Labor Lawyers in Chicago | 64 available

Firm: Savine Employment Law, Ltd.

150 South Wacker Drive , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: JBR Law Group

321 S Plymouth Ct Ste 1250 , Chicago , Illinois 60604

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

My practice is in the areas of business and employment law.  I am an experienced litigator in state and federal courts throughout Illinois and neighboring jurisdictions and have further experience operating in the capacity of General Counsel.  I enjoy working closely with executives and businesses to help them meet their business and strategic goals in a manner that minimizes legal risks and promotes organizational efficiency.  I regularly provide counseling on contractual matters and negotiations.  For a Free Initial Consultation, please call.

Firm: Law Offices of L. June Samuels, P.C.

1525 E 53rd St , Chicago , Illinois 60615

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: Case + Sedey, LLC

250 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 230 , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Kristin M. Case is the founding Member of The Case Law Firm, now Case + Sedey, LLC.  She is admitted to practice law in Illinois as well as Missouri and before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the Illinois Supreme Court, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the Missouri Supreme Court.  Ms. Case has extensive experience representing clients during employment negotiations, before administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Illinois Department of Human Rights, and throughout the litigation process both in state and federal courts.. Ms. Case received her Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Central Missouri State University where she served as an Editor for her college weekly newspaper.  Prior to attending law school at the University of Missouri, Ms. Case clerked for the Missouri House of Representatives.  During law school, Ms. Case focused her legal education on how to use the law to represent and empower individuals.  In her last year of schooling, Ms. Case represented battered women and children in obtaining court protection from their abusers.. After receiving her Juris Doctorate, Ms. Case began her legal career clerking for the Honorable Ronald R. Holliger on the Missouri Court of Appeals.  After clerking, Ms. Case moved to Chicago and worked as an associate attorney in the commercial litigation division of a Chicago law firm.  After that and prior to forming The Case Law Firm, Ms. Case worked for Penny Nathan Kahan & Associates, a well-respected Chicago plaintiff’s employment law firm where she became a partner and regularly represented individuals in variety of employment cases.. Ms. Case has spoke and written at length about employment matters for a variety of organizations, including the Chicago Bar Association, the Chicago Chapter of the National Organization of Women and the Council on Education in Management.  She has also been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications.

, Chicago , Illinois 60611

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: Drinker Biddle & Reath

191 North Wacker Drive, , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor , Health Care & Hospitalization, Labor , Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor, Employment & Labor

The Case Law Firm, LLC , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Kendra L. Kutko is an Associate Attorney at The Case Law Firm, LLC.. Ms. Kutko represents and counsels clients in employment related matters and disputes.  She has worked on a variety of cases in both the negotiation and litigation process.  She has extensive experience researching, writing, analyzing, and advising clients regarding complex legal issues relating to employment law.. Ms. Kutko earned her Juris Doctor, with a Certificate in Labor and Employment Law, from Chicago-Kent College of Law in May of 2011.  Ms. Kutko graduated Phi Beta Kappa with distinction from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2008, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies.. Ms. Kutko brings creditable legal experience to The Case Law Firm, LLC.  Prior to joining this firm as a law clerk in 2010, she has clerked for law firms whose practice areas ranged from criminal defense and civil matters to plaintiff’s side employment law.. While at Chicago-Kent, Ms. Kutko received a CALI award for excellence in legal writing in 2009 and an Institute for Law and the Workplace Scholarship.  In April 2011, Chicago-Kent faculty selected Ms. Kutko to receive the distinguished Sandra P. Zemm Labor Law Prize sponsored by Seyfarth Shaw LLP.. Ms. Kutko’s professional membership affiliations include the National Employment Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association Section of Labor and Employment Law, and the Chicago Bar Association.

Firm: Case + Sedey, LLC

250 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 230 , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Kate Sedey, Partner at Case + Sedey, LLC, draws from a diverse body of experience to effectively represent and advise employees regarding their legal rights and protections in the workplace. From trying cases, arguing motions, to mediating cases and negotiating settlements, her expertise on the plaintiff’s side of employment law is vast.. Ms. Sedey has earned the respect of clients and opposing counsel alike, and has been recognized by Chicago Magazine as a Rising Star (from 2012-2018) and a Super Lawyer (starting in 2019) in her field and by Leading Lawyers as an Emerging Lawyer ("on a fast track to the top") since 2017.. Ms. Sedey is admitted to practice law in Illinois. She graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from New York University in 2004. She received her Juris Doctor and a Certificate in Labor & Employment Law from Chicago-Kent College of Law in May 2009, where she graduated with honors.

Firm: Law Office of Julie O. Herrera

53 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1615 , Chicago , Illinois 60604

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd.

70 West Madison Suite 4000 , Chicago , Illinois 60602

Practice Areas: Employment, Civil Rights, Commercial Real Estate, Consumer Protection, Litigation, Employment & Labor

Firm: GB Law

1821 W Hubbard Street , Chicago , Illinois 60622

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Selected as a 40 Under Forty attorney (2018) which recognizes up-and-coming attorneys across Chicago and Illinois. To be considered for this award, I had to be nominated by my peers & chosen by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin & Chicago Lawyer based on intelligence, passion, success, & work in the community.. Established and grew a boutique law firm strategically positioned at the intersection of the law and technology. Concentrated practice information technology; intellectual property; brand reputation and crisis management; and privacy rights.. Developed strong case management and litigation skills by evaluating cases, designing litigation and settlement strategies, drafting briefs, preparing discovery, and resolving issues through judicial hearings and pre-trial motions.. Designed non-litigation and litigation strategy for a broad range of IP cases, with an emphasis on Internet Defamation, Cyberbullying, and Cybersquatting cases.. Pioneered go-to-market social media best practices and website compliance strategies for attorneys, politicians, and financial professionals under various regulatory agencies including Americans with Disability Act website compliance, Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), FINRA, and the Federal Trade Commission.. Collaborated with high profile clients to set client expectations and execute both non-litigation and litigation strategies for complex cases including online defamation, domain name disputes, anonymous blogger cyber-smear campaigns, online bullying, and copyright and trademark issues. Notably including a petition to determine the identity of 87 John Does involved in over 250 disparaging blog postings.. Provided legal counsel and representation for start-ups, privately-held businesses, and non-profits on corporate structure and online legal strategy with an emphasis on contract drafting, review and negotiation; policy creation and implementation; copyright and trademark filings and licensing, and ICANN domain name disputes.. Drafted and reviewed social media policies for a variety of clients including executing and implementing a policy for a municipality with over 25,000 citizens.. Presented numerous seminars to clients and professional organizations on the legal and ethical issues surrounding social media.

Firm: Katz, Friedman, Eagle, Eisenstein, Johnson & Bareck P.C.

77 W Washington St Fl 20 , Chicago , Illinois 60602

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: JSL Law, LLC

40 E. Cedar Street , Chicago , Illinois 60611

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Jolianne S. Alexander brings more than a decade of wide-ranging experience in employment law to the firm’s practice. Her background includes roles as in-house counsel and as an attorney representing both plaintiffs and defendants. Before launching her own practice, she worked at several prominent law firms, including Littler Mendelson—the largest labor and employment law firm in the world—and Laner Muchin, Ltd.. Her work spans complex litigation under the Illinois Human Rights Act and Title VII, as well as other employment statutes such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Family Medical Leave Act. She has successfully drafted and argued dispositive motions, conducted trials before the Illinois Human Rights Commission and the Cook County Commission on Human Rights, and litigated a broad array of employment and civil matters in state court. Her experience also includes contributing to trial proceedings in federal court. Notably, she has argued before the Second District Appellate Court of Illinois and the Illinois Supreme Court on a groundbreaking case involving disability discrimination and harassment under the Illinois Human Rights Act.. Beyond the courtroom, Ms. Alexander is known for her effective negotiation skills, having secured substantial settlements on behalf of her clients.. She remains actively engaged in the legal community through mentorship and volunteer work. She serves as a mentor and advisor with the Just The Beginning Foundation and supports law students throughout the Chicagoland area as they embark on their legal careers.. Outside of law, Ms. Alexander is an accomplished musician who enjoys playing the piano, violin, and guitar. She is also a dedicated visual artist. Through her creative venture, Pimento Creations, LLC, she sells her original artwork and participates in art shows across the state.

333 W Wacker Dr Ste 500 , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: Illinois Attorney General's Office

100 W. Randolph Street , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: Levin Ginsburg

180 N. LaSalle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Business Organizations, Contracts, Employment & Labor , Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Franchise , Insurance , Labor , Litigation

As a trial lawyer for nearly 30 years, I've represented and counseled Fortune 500 companies as well as small businesses and individuals in a variety of commercial disputes. I represent a wide range of commercial clients including real estate developers, national franchisors, lenders, employers, contractors, insurance companies, landlords, shareholders, officers and directors, bankruptcy creditors, condominium associations and equipment leasing companies in disputes arising in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate court levels.  I also represent clients in matters before the American Arbitration Association. In addition, I have represented attorneys before the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission in matters relating to professional responsibility. I'm especially honored to have been recognized by my peers by receiving an AV rating under the Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Rating System, indicating that I have “reached the height of professional excellence” and “is recognized for the highest levels of skill and integrity.” In 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016, I was named a “Leading Lawyer,” an award given to less than 5% of all attorneys in Illinois. In 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017  I was named a “Super Lawyer,” a recognition that is also given to less than 5% of all Illinois attorneys.. I am a trained mediator, having completed the DePaul University College of Law Center for Dispute Resolution course in mediation.. I'm also actively involved in the Chicago Legal Community. I was appointed by the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission Chairman of an Inquiry Board panel. I also serve as a judge and mentor in the national and local law student moot court competitions sponsored by the American and Chicago Bar Associations.

77 W Wacker Drive 45th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: Law Offices of Helen Bloch, PC

155 N Michigan Ave Ste 715 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Firm: The Law Offices of Gwen Veronica Carroll, Ltd.

150 North Michigan Ave. , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Labor , Employment & Labor

Firm: Franczek, PC

300 South Wacker , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

Leah's practice focuses primarily on complex class action and single-plaintiff employment litigation. She defends clients in state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and settlement negotiations against claims including Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, the FMLA, and the FLSA. She also conducts workplace investigations and training programs. Additionally, Leah regularly counsels clients on employment contracts, severance agreements, business conduct standards, workplace investigations, disciplinary hearings, risk assessment, human resources, compliance, corporate training, and other employment-related matters.. Since 2017, Leah has been selected by her peers as an "Emerging Lawyer" and/or a "Rising Star" in the field of employment law. The Emerging Lawyers designation comes from the Law Bulletin. It is reserved for attorneys younger than 40 years old (or practicing for less than 10 years) and accounts for less than 2 percent of licensed Illinois attorneys. Thomson Reuters publishes the Rising Star list. Inclusion on the list is an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice and is only bestowed on 2.5% of attorneys in Illinois.. Leah is admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of the United States, the Supreme Court of Illinois, and the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Central Districts of Illinois. Leah graduated from DePaul University College of Law in 2013, with honors. She is an active member of the Federal Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, and Phi Alpha Delta. Leah volunteers with the "Lawyers in the Classroom Program" organized by the Constitutional Rights Foundation of Chicago and serves on the Auxiliary Board of the Center for Conflict Resolution.