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HR Legal Consultant / Employment Attorney (Hybrid in Chicago) 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants The Wilkinson Firm | HR & Talent Solutions Built for Today’s Health & Human Services Leaders provided pay range This range is provided by The Wilkinson Firm | HR & Talent Solutions Built for Today’s Health & Human Services Leaders. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $50.00/hr - $75.00/hr Job Title: HR Legal Consultant / Employment Attorney (Chicago) Company: The Wilkinson Firm Location: Chicago, Illinois area (Remote but Must be licensed in Illinois or highly familiar with Chicago Labor Law) About Us: The Wilkinson Firm is the nations only HR and workforce strategy firm exclusively serving behavioral and mental health providers. We provide relationship-centered HR, compliance, and recruiting services to health and human services organizations ready to scale with integrity. From policy audits to leadership development, we deliver systems that heal workplaces and protect them legally. Job Type: Contract (1099) | Part-Time | As-Needed Pay: $50$75/hour (DOE) Role Summary: Were hiring a Chicago-based Employment Attorney or HR Legal Consultant to join our growing team on a flexible, project-based contract. You will be our go-to legal expert for the market, supporting a region rich in behavioral health innovation, Medicaid-funded services, and human-centered clinics. You'll work mostly remotely and step in only when needed , with full autonomy. This is an ideal opportunity for a solo attorney, boutique firm partner, or HR-versed legal consultant looking to make an impact in a mission-driven, high-growth firm. Responsibilities: Review and draft policies, contracts, handbooks, and compliance SOPs Advise on employee investigations, performance plans, and risk mitigation Guide legal decisions involving FLSA, ADA, EEOC, FMLA, contractor classification, and Chicago-specific laws Draft and review legal documents (NDAs, non-competes, severance, arbitration agreements) Join high-level internal or client meetings when legal expertise is required Monitor labor law changes in the area and advise leadership accordingly Requirements: JD and active law license in Illinois 5+ years of employment law experience, preferably supporting small businesses, healthcare, or nonprofits Familiarity with Medicaid, behavioral health providers, or trauma-informed HR a plus Must be comfortable operating independently as a 1099 contractor Compensation & Perks: $50 to $75/hour depending on experience and engagement scope Total scheduling flexibility work only when needed No billable hour quotas Opportunity to grow into regional advisory or retainer role Join a SHRM-certified, mission-led team with deep expertise in health and human services To Apply: Apply here or email careers@thewilkinsonfirm.com with your resume and a short summary of your relevant legal experience. Please include your state license number and any relevant informational samples (optional). Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Legal Industries Human Resources Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Wilkinson Firm | HR & Talent Solutions Built for Today’s Health & Human Services Leaders by 2x Get notified about new Legal Consultant jobs in Chicago, IL . Chicago, IL $175,000 - $262,000 2 days ago United States $130,000 - $140,000 1 week ago Associate General Counsel – Global Clients & Global Retailers Chicago, IL $140,000 - $250,000 1 week ago Chicago, IL $125,000 - $200,000 2 weeks ago Attorney: Property Casualty/1st Party Property | Fully Remote Chicago, IL $100,000 - $300,000 1 month ago Associate Attorney - Plaintiff First Party Property (Remote) Tinley Park, IL $140,000 - $185,000 1 day ago Associate Attorney - Plaintiff First Party Property (Remote) Chicago, IL $180,000 - $235,000 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $130,000 - $175,000 3 days ago Chicago, IL $130,000 - $175,000 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Wilkinson Firm | HR & Talent Solutions Built for Today’s Health & Human Services Leaders

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