Employment Litigation Attorney — Defense-Side Boutique Firm | Chicago, IL

MRA Search is partnering with a highly regarded boutique law firm in Chicago that represents employers in a wide range of employment defense litigation and counseling matters .

The firm is seeking a mid-level Employment Litigation Attorney (3–7 years) to join its collaborative team. This is an opportunity to work closely with experienced partners on complex, high-stakes defense matters while maintaining the hands-on involvement and balance that larger firms rarely provide.

The successful candidate will handle single-plaintiff and class action defense cases involving discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour claims, as well as day-to-day counseling on compliance, investigations, and policy development.

This position is ideal for an attorney who wants to :

• Move away from the hierarchy and long hours of BigLaw,
• Take ownership of cases and client relationships,
• Work in a collegial, team-driven environment,
• Continue doing sophisticated defense work without sacrificing work-life balance.

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This is a rare opportunity to join a reputable Chicago boutique that combines high-caliber defense work with a genuinely supportive culture.

💼 Compensation : Competitive base salary, bonus potential, and full benefits

For a confidential discussion or to learn more, please contact Annie Hill at MRA Search - annie.hill@mrasearch.us or book a 15-minute discussion via the following calendar link : - @mrasearch.co.uk /