Employment & Labor Attorney – M&A / Corporate Transactions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide labor & employment support in M&A transactions, including due diligence, risk assessment, and deal structuring
• Advise clients on employment-related compliance issues under federal, state, and local laws
• Draft and negotiate:
• Employment agreements
• Restrictive covenant agreements
• Separation and retention agreements
• Executive compensation and related documents
• Review and advise on employee policies, handbooks, and workplace practices
• Counsel clients on employment law risks related to corporate transactions and business operations

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active law license (Illinois preferred; open to other states)
• 5-8 years of experience, ideally in labor & employment with transactional exposure
• Strong understanding of employment laws, including:
• Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, and state equivalents
• Experience supporting M&A or corporate transactions strongly preferred
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment