Senior Counsel, Employment Litigation

Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete, LLP ATTY • Chicago, IL

2d • $225,000 - $275,000

About The Position

The Chicago, Illinois office of Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete seeks an Employment Litigation Senior Counsel with 8+ years of experience. The ideal candidate will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting, and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Significant experience in labor and employment law is required. Candidate must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be admitted to practice in Illinois.
Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, and compensation. Our Firm prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations; or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Candidate materials should be submitted online or submitted directly to our National Recruiting Manager, Nicholas Golden at [e-mail]. This position is not open for submission by external recruiters.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience
• Significant experience in labor and employment law is required
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be admitted to practice in Illinois

Responsibilities

• Drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings
• Drafting and arguing motions
• Taking and defending depositions

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays including Juneteenth
• Group Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Teladoc coverage for remote medical care
• Group Term Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with % Match and a Profit-Sharing Plan
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• And more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed