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How much does an Employment Counsel I make in Illinois? The average Employment Counsel I salary in Illinois is $99,150 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $81,900 and $109,250. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Employment Counsel I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $66,195 IL April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $81,900 IL April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $99,150 IL April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $109,250 IL April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Employment Counsel I Salary $118,446 IL April 24, 2024
25% $81,900 10% $66,195 90% $118,446 75% $109,250 $99,150 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Employment Counsel I advises management on legal matters and ensures compliancy to protect company against legal liability. Responsible for analyzing proposed and established legislation, preparing legal documents, and reviewing company policies. Being an Employment Counsel I typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Being an Employment Counsel I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as an Employment Counsel I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Employment Counsel I

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Attorney, Experienced - Employment Law

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $101,664 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $101,277 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $91,779 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $92,651 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $94,105 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $101,277 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $91,294 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $90,519 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $94,105 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $89,162 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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