Employment Plaintiff Basics Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
What is your experience in handling discrimination cases?
What is your experience in handling discrimination cases?
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employment discrimination case is a
little different than a lot of attorneys
for about 10 or 15 years I worked
exclusively on the defense side of
employment discrimination cases meaning
that I would be representing the company
in litigation at at trial defending them
against accusations that they had
discriminated against an individual
based upon a wide variety of reasons
could be age race gender sexual
harassment but about 10 or 12 years ago
I sort of flip sides and now on a
regular basis I represent the
individuals who are suing companies for
discrimination again in a wide variety
of protected classes however I do from
time to time represent companies who are
being sued but have really a good basis
of experience a decade or so on each
side of the of the V so to speak so I
have a really good understanding of what
the defense side is thinking what
perspective their client may have and
then also clearly uh the perspective of
the planet the individual who’s bringing
the case and what will be the obstacles
and difficulties in winning that case at
trial
Chicago, IL trial attorney Michael Leonard discusses his experience in handling discrimination cases. He explains that having worked on both sides of employment discrimination cases, I bring a unique perspective to the table. For around 10 to 15 years, I exclusively represented companies as a defense attorney, defending them in litigation and trials against accusations of discrimination based on various protected classes. However, about a decade ago, I transitioned to representing individuals who are suing companies for discrimination. While my primary focus is now on advocating for plaintiffs, I do occasionally represent companies facing discrimination lawsuits, leveraging my comprehensive experience on both sides of the legal spectrum.
This dual experience provides me with a deep understanding of the defense side’s mindset and the perspectives of their clients. Simultaneously, I am well-versed in the challenges and obstacles plaintiffs face in proving their case and achieving success at trial. This comprehensive understanding enables me to anticipate the strategies and considerations of both parties involved, enhancing my ability to effectively represent my clients in employment discrimination cases.
