O'Brien Law Offices has a particular sensitivity to employment litigation because we are employers too. As such, we have developed extensive experience in a broad array of labor and employment litigation and counseling.

We have represented companies in procedings before the Illinois Department of Employment Security, the Illinois Department of Labor, in state and federal courts and elsewhere. We are well aware of the legal requirements and economic realities each business owner has to face when defending this type of litigation. We are well experienced to structure a complete and vigorous defense to these claims. We are able to put our client's interest above our own and advise the client to settle where it would simply be cost prohibitive to mount an agressive defense.

Whether it is representing companies in employment discrimination actions, wrongful discharge or other employment matters, businesses turn to O'Brien Law Offices.

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Employment Litigation

The work place is an arena that is fertile for lawsuits and administrative proceedings. Small businesses are particularly susceptible to a culture that is too casual in its employment practices. Our Firm is uniquely qualified to assist in providing the necessary structure. We have assisted clients in the preparation of employee handbooks and other personnel policies and in discipline and termination procedures.

Unfortunately, we live in a very litigious society. Terminated or disgruntled employees can easily file suit against an employer in a variety of forums. It is quite common for employees to file claims with an administrative agency (e.g. EEOC, IDHR, etc.) without having to undertake the expense of an attorney. By contrast, the employer can be forced to spend thousands of dollars in defending such claims, even when those claims are ultimately defeated.