Class Action Employment Attorney (Wage & Hour) in Aurora

Job Description

gpac (The #1 Recruiting Firm in the Nation) is partnering with a nationally recognized plaintiff-side law firm seeking experienced employment litigation attorneys to join its rapidly expanding wage & hour class action team. With a strong presence in Illinois and substantial remote flexibility, this firm offers an exceptional opportunity for mid- to senior-level attorneys looking to make immediate impact while working on high-value, large-scale class action matters.

Why You’ll Want This Role:

• Work Flexibility: Fully remote if licensed in IL
• Client Impact: Represent thousands of employees in complex wage & hour disputes
• Mentorship or Leadership: Mid-level and senior attorneys welcome (4–12+ years)
• Zero Business Required: The firm has a steady flow of plaintiff-side work

What You’ll Do:

• Litigate wage and hour class action lawsuits under federal/state employment law
• Draft motions, conduct discovery, handle depositions, engage in settlement negotiations
• Collaborate with a national team of top-tier plaintiff attorneys
• Opportunity for senior attorneys to lead cases or mentor junior staff

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Licensed in IL and in good standing
• 4–12+ years of plaintiff or defense-side employment litigation experience
• Strong writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills
• Passion for employee rights and class action litigation
• Collaborative, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Compensation & Perks:

• Base salary: $145K–$250K DOE and location
• Bonus eligibility based on performance
• Top-tier benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k with 4% employer match
• 15 days PTO (increases to 20 in year two)
• 15 paid holidays
• Wellness, internet, and phone stipends
• Company laptop + remote setup support

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.