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Employment law attorneys in Chicago
5 verified attorneys whose credentials our team has checked, with offices in Chicago or serving this area. All speak Spanish.
Alberto R. Gonzales
Beata Leja
David M. Barish
James F. Botana
Jacob S. Klaiman
About employment law cases
Illinois protects workers through the Wage Payment and Collection Act and the Human Rights Act, and Chicago has its own minimum wage and paid sick leave ordinances. An employment attorney handles wage theft, unpaid overtime, retaliation, discrimination and misclassification as a contractor.
Who appears on this page
5 attorneys from 5 separate firms currently listed in Chicago. Average experience is 10 years, and the most senior has practised for 10. All speak Spanish, and every credential shown has been checked by our team against source documents.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a employment law attorney in Chicago cost?
employment law attorneys in Chicago generally charge for the initial consultation. Ask the amount when you book, and whether it is credited against fees if you hire them.
How are these attorneys verified?
An administrator reviews every listing before it is published: the Illinois bar licence, the law school, and where applicable admission to the Federal Trial Bar. The 🌿 Ivy League and ⚖ Federal Trial Bar badges appear only after we have examined the diploma or certificate of admission. No payment substitutes for that review.
Can I bring a claim if I am paid in cash?
Yes. Illinois wage protections do not depend on how you are paid or on immigration status. If you are paid in cash, keep your own day-by-day record of hours: in a dispute those notes carry weight when the employer's records are incomplete.
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