Practice Area
Employer
Employment agreements, workplace policies, compliance advisory, and HR counsel — employer-side legal support for Illinois businesses.
Overview
Employer Counsel
Employment law touches every aspect of the employer-employee relationship — from the first offer letter to the final separation agreement. Whether you're hiring your first employee or managing a workforce of hundreds, the agreements, policies, and compliance frameworks you put in place determine your exposure. We provide employer-side counsel that is practical, enforceable, and grounded in Illinois and federal employment law.
Our employer practice serves businesses, professional practices, and organizations across Central Illinois. We draft and review employment agreements, non-compete and non-solicitation covenants, employee handbooks, workplace policies, and separation agreements — always with an eye toward enforceability under the Illinois Freedom to Work Act, the Illinois Human Rights Act, and applicable federal statutes including the ADA, FMLA, Title VII, and OSHA.
Because we also practice in entity formation, commercial transactions, and estate planning, we understand the broader context in which employment decisions are made. A new hire for a recently formed LLC, executive compensation tied to a business acquisition, succession planning that involves key employee retention — we see the full picture and advise accordingly.
Services
How We Help
Employment Agreements
Standard employment agreements, executive contracts, and independent contractor arrangements — drafted to protect your business interests while maintaining enforceability under Illinois law.
Non-Compete & Restrictive Covenants
Non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements that comply with the Illinois Freedom to Work Act and protect trade secrets, client relationships, and competitive advantage.
Employee Handbooks & Policies
Comprehensive employee handbooks, workplace policies, and compliance documentation — tailored to your industry, workforce size, and regulatory requirements.
Compliance & Advisory
Ongoing compliance counsel covering ADA accommodations, FMLA administration, WARN Act obligations, workplace investigations, and separation/severance agreements.
Insights
Recent Writing
March 19, 2026· 4 min read
Employee Handbook Essentials for Illinois Businesses
A well-drafted employee handbook is one of the most cost-effective risk management tools available to Illinois employers. Here's what every handbook should include — and what to avoid.
March 19, 2026· 3 min read
Illinois Non-Compete Agreements: What Employers Need to Know
The Illinois Freedom to Work Act changed the landscape for restrictive covenants. Here's what employers need to understand about non-compete enforceability, adequate consideration, and practical compliance strategies.