Family and Employment lawyers Chicago, IL

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Trusted Family Law lawyer

Karen Conti

Karen Conti is a Chicago-based boutique attorney concentrating in family law and estate planning. As an aggressive, committed, and well-known litigator in Chicago for more than 35 years, Karen has been a dynamic and influential attorney in the local and national legal community. Karen has intensive and diverse trial experience from the Circuit Court of Cook County to the U.S. Supreme Court.

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EXPERIENCED Employment Law lawyer

Patrick Dolan

Repeatedly voted by his peers to be an Illinois Super Lawyer in Employment Law (top 5%), Patrick Dolan has effectively represented executives, management and non-management level employees, and companies in a variety of employment and business-related matters for more than 30 years. Patrick has a strong reputation for negotiating employment and separation agreements, often including non-compete clauses and complex equity issues. Clients also seek his practical legal advice and advocacy for workplace issues involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and unpaid compensation. Patrick litigates administrative claims and lawsuits in state and federal courts.

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AREAS OF

AREAS OF

BUSINESS & EMPLOYMENT LAW

Employment contracts
Non-compete agreements and restrictive covenants
Confidentiality agreements
Executive compensation
Severance package negotiation
Unlawful retaliation & whistleblower protection
The Illinois Whistleblower Protection Act
Employee handbook and policies

Sex discrimination & harassment
Disability discrimination & harassment
Age discrimination
State and Federal litigation
Litigation timeline
Representative at the Administrative Agencies
Advice and counseling on workplace issues

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Here’s why you can trust

Conti & Dolan

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EXPERIENCE

30+ years

Impeccable

REPUTATION

Responsive

Attorneys

National Reputation—As seen on:

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Professionals we work with

At Conti & Dolan, we work closely with a number of professionals who assist our clients in the various aspects of litigation. Experienced, trusted, and respected by the courts, these individuals are invaluable to providing firm clients with sophisticated, efficient, and well-priced advice and guidance.

Forensic accountants/money tracers
Financial analysts and planners
Tax professionals
Appraisers
Private investigators
Family and children’s therapists

She became my right hand when my world was turned upside down.

-Former Client

Karen handled my affairs expertly and with aplomb. Her ability to grasp the facts, understand the emotional issues and craft, write and argue motions to achieve results is noteworthy.

-Former Client

Finally… a lawyer who listened to me. I hired Karen recently after a bad experience with another “premier” lawyer. Karen exceeded my expectations.

-Former Client

I have had great experiences working with Patrick over the past several years. He is extremely professional and well- versed in variety of employment/contractual matters. I would highly recommend him both for individuals and companies.

- KK

Patrick Dolan gets results. He is an expert in his field and has provided outstanding council to management in the area of labor law. Patrick is ethical, trustworthy and personable; he is an integral part of the team.

-JD

We have used Patrick as a legal consultant for employment law, as well as to help us review and create employment contracts. He has done good work for us, has great insight into the legal nuances, and helps with creative solutions to our specific needs.

-LS