Smith O’Callaghan & White is a boutique law firm representing corporate clients in all aspects of labor and employment law, with a particular focus on employment litigation in the federal and state courts and prosecution and defense of matters involving trade secrets and non-compete agreements.
Smith O’Callaghan & White is an AV® rated law firm, the highest peer review rating awarded by Martindale-Hubbell. The firm is recognized in national surveys for its capabilities and dedication in labor and employment law, including designation as a “Go-To Law Firm” by Corporate Counsel magazine and selection by clients to the BTI Client Service A-Team.
The firm was established to provide employers with high-caliber, effective and result-oriented legal representation. We have a commitment to outstanding legal work and a consistent track record of achieving excellent results for our clients. The firm handles matters throughout the United States, with its primary practice in Chicago and the Midwest region.
We are located in downtown Chicago, Illinois, at 33 North LaSalle Street.
We are pleased to provide several of our recent Client Alerts and Legal Updates on important new developments in labor and employment law.
November 04, 2020
The U.S. District Court in Chicago holds that Illinois employers can bring legal actions against their former employees in Illinois for alleged misconduct, even though the employees worked remotely and never lived or worked in Illinois.
Read MoreApril 10, 2020
This is a list of the current operational status of Illinois state and federal courts and key governmental agencies that enforce employment laws . . .
Read MoreMarch 19, 2020
The global coronavirus pandemic has greatly impacted all facets of business and the employment relationship. These are some of the most common questions that employers are asking and guidance on possible responses . . .
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