DEERFIELD EMPLOYMENT LAW FIRM
The Trusted Choice in Employment Law Serving Clients Throughout Illinois.
Proudly Serving: Deerfield, Illinois and Surrounding Areas
S.T. Legal Group
At S.T. Legal Group we are committed to helping our clients navigate this shifting terrain and to protecting their interests.
S.T. Legal Group is dedicated to helping both employers and employees navigate the complex state and federal laws that govern today’s workplace. From drafting and reviewing employment agreements to resolving employment-related disputes, the firm provides informed, strategic guidance at every stage of the employment relationship.
With deep experience across contract, labor, and employment law, S.T. Legal Group counsels clients on all aspects of employment, including hiring, discipline, promotion, performance management, and termination. When disputes arise or employment relationships break down, having strong and experienced legal representation is critical. While the firm always strives to resolve matters efficiently and amicably when possible, it is also highly skilled in employment litigation and prepared to advocate aggressively when necessary. Whether in mediation, arbitration, or court, clients can be confident their interests are fully protected.
The firm represents small to midsize businesses across a wide range of industries, as well as employees at all levels—from front-line workers and administrative professionals to officers and executives. S.T. Legal Group
offers flexible fee structures, cost-effective service, and the trusted counsel of premier Illinois employment lawyers. Contact the Deerfield office today to schedule a consultation.
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We Strive To Make the Complex Laws Governing Employment Relationships Manageable
It is important for employers and employees to remember that Illinois is an “at-will” employment state, which means that the employment relationship can be terminated at any time by either party for any reason or no reason at all.
There are limits, however. An employee cannot be terminated for any discriminatory reason, or in retaliation for exercising a legal right, or for reporting an employer’s illegal conduct (whistleblowing), or in breach of an employment contract. While this seems straightforward, the nature of the employment relationship is far more complex.
At S.T. Legal Group, we believe it is mutually beneficial for employers and employees to clarify their relationship with well-conceived agreements, such as:
- Employment agreements specifying the terms and conditions of employment (e.g. employees duties, hours, compensation, employment benefits)
- Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) designed to protect the company’s confidential business information (e.g. intellectual property, trade secrets, client lists)
- Non-compete agreements to prevent departing employees, particularly executives, sales people and other key personnel, from taking positions with competitors or starting a competing business
- Severance agreements outlining the details around termination of employment
We Work to Create Employment Agreements that are Fair & Reasonable to Both Parties
Our employment lawyers regularly helps business clients put in place agreements that comply with state and federal employment law and also reviews agreements for employees to make sure their rights are protected. When you consult with us, you can have confidence knowing that your employment relationship has a solid foundation.
Employment Litigation Attorney in Deerfield, Illinois
At S.T. Legal Group, we have extensive experience prosecuting and defending all types of employment law claims, including:
Wage & Hour Claims
Wage and hour disputes can arise when employers are accused of failing to pay the minimum wage, miscalculating rates of pay, misclassifying employees as independent contractors, as well as failing to pay commissions or executive bonuses. In any event, most employees in Illinois are entitled to the minimum wage, which will be raised by state law to $15 per hour by 2025. In addition, employers are required to properly classify their workers as exempt (administrative, executive, or professional), or nonexempt; employees designated as “nonexempt” must be paid overtime.
Wrongful Termination
Although Illinois is an “at-will” state as mentioned above, a wrongful termination claim can arise when an employee is fired for an illegal or discriminatory reason or in breach of a written or implied contract. Our Deerfield employment lawyer represents clients in both state and federal court, as well as in administrative proceedings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR). Diana Servos has a proven ability of effectively resolving employment disputes and helping employers and employees achieve workplace fairness.
Employment Discrimination
State and federal laws prohibit employers from making employment decisions (hiring, compensating, training, promoting, hiring) based on protected characteristics such as age, race, color, national origin, sex, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
Sexual Harassment
Workplace harassment can occur in a variety of ways. For instance, a supervisor or another person in a position of authority may demand sexual favors from a subordinate in exchange for a promotion or other benefit of employment. Similarly, unwanted conduct, comments, or visual displays in the workplace can create a hostile work environment.
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The S.T. Legal Group Difference
Although employment relationships in Illinois are governed by both state and federal law—and often defined by written employment agreements—workplace disputes remain common. When these disputes cannot be resolved through negotiation and litigation becomes necessary, having an experienced employment law firm on your side is essential.
S.T. Legal Group brings extensive civil litigation experience in employment law, personal injury, and contract disputes. The firm has a strong track record of securing favorable settlements and courtroom results for its clients. Employment disputes can be complex and intimidating, but with a skilled litigation team advocating on your behalf, you can move forward with confidence—both inside and outside the courtroom.
Contact Our Experienced Deerfield Employment Law Attorneys
The contemporary workplace is rapidly evolving, driven in part by technological advances, particularly telecommuting, video conferencing, and chat rooms. This will impact not only the employment relationship but how employees interact with each other, which will invariably lead to new employment law challenges.
At S.T. Legal Group we are committed to helping our clients navigate this shifting terrain and to protecting their interests. Above all, we are here to help employers comply with applicable employment and labor laws and to empower employees to stand up for their employment rights. Please contact our office today to consult with an experienced employment lawyer.