$ 500-500 per hour
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Stephen A. Glickman is a Chicago employment lawyer who represents employers and C-suite executives in all areas of employment law.
Over the course of his 38-year career, Mr. Glickman has earned the reputation as one of the top employment lawyers in Chicago, Illinois. He has been selected by his peers for the Super Lawyers List of the Top-Rated Illinois Employment Lawyers for 8 consecutive years, 2019-2026. He has also been selected for the Super Lawyers List of the Top-Rated Illinois Employment Litigation Defense Attorneys.
He defends employers in federal and state court as well as before administrative agencies. He advises employers on all aspects of Human Resources, such as employee terminations, employee discipline, accommodation requests, leaves of absence, employment policies, employee handbooks, compliance, and risk managment. He also advises executives on employment, non-competition, and separation agreements.
Mr. Glickman was admitted to the Illinois Bar and the United States Distrct Court for the Northern District of Illinois in 1987. In 1989, he was admitted to the Federal Trial Bar and the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
Born in Chicago, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1983 and earned his Juris Doctor degree from the DePaul University College of Law in 1987.
Mr. Glickman takes pride in providing his clients with a full range of quality legal services on a highly responsive and personalized basis.
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$ 500-500 per hour
33%-33%
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
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55 West Monroe Street, Suite 3700, Chicago, IL, 60603-5066
glickmanpc.com
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Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Steve provided service above and beyond my expectations. Thorough, well researched and thoughtful. I have recommended him to others.
Posted by Ron | January 1, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Steve provided outstanding legal support during my separation process with a former employer. Steve offered clear guidance and options based on his vast knowledge and experience, but was also incredibly patient, respectful, and responsive to my concerns and questions throughout the entire collaborati...
Posted by Alina | December 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Working with Stephen A. Glickman has been one of the best decisions I have made as an employer. My case involved sensitive and complicated issues, and he handled every part of it with a level of care, knowledge, and professionalism that immediately put me at ease. What stood out most was his respo...
Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Choosing a lawyer with or without a referral is risky, and reviews can be misleading. When I Ianded in Steve Glickman's office over a decade ago, cold and without a recommendation, I took the kind of chance that I wouldn't recommend to anyone. I got lucky....because of Steve's character. YES, he...
Posted by Ayman | April 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I met with Steve a couple of years ago and I have been working with him since then on various employment issues. When I met with him, I had few employees who left the companies that I own, and they were conspiring and determined to sabotage my businesses. Mr. Glickman understood the complexity of th...
"I regularly read Stephen's employment law blog and posts. He is an expert in the field a zealous advocate. I strongly endorse and recommend Stephen in the areas of labor law, employment law, and civil litigation."
"I am a neutral mediator/arbitrator who has worked with Steve a number of times. He focuses most on what is best for his client. He's well-prepared and presents arguments effectively. He knows the applicable legal principles, drills down on the evidence in a case and has always identified all of the key issues. While not unwilling to press a case to trial, he will consider a reasonable settlement if it's in his clients' interest to do so. Bottom line: effective litigator, excellent and tough negotiator."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Steve for many years while I was practicing in Chicago and thereafter from time to time in my current practice in Scottsdale, Arizona. Steve is an excellent attorney. He is extremely diligent and knowledgeable."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is the consummate professional. Experienced, knowledgeable, practical and responsive."
"Steve was a pleasure to work with on an employment law matter a few years ago. Although we were on opposite sides, I found him to be reasonable in his approach and demands. As a direct result of his style, flexibility and practical response to the matter, we were able to reach an amicable solution that was acceptable to both parties. Since that case, and directly due to Steve's reasonableness and accessibility, I have referred numerous cases to Steve."
"I worked with Stephen for several years early on in our careers and have referred a number of employment matters to him since that time. Steve is very knowledgeable in employment and employment litigation and vigorously represents his clients in these matters, with excellent outcomes. I endorse him enthusiastically."
"Steve is a very conscientous lawyer and works very hard to obtain the best results for his clients. He interacts well with other lawyers and is a credit to our profession."
"I have known Steve for at least 15 years. I believe I first met his as opposing counsel. I later worked with him as co counsel in connection with final resolution of a sex harassment case. Steve is a knowledgeable and aggressive advocate who always displays the highest degree of professionalism."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyers List of the Top-Rated Labor & Employment Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2022
Expertise.com List of the Best Employment Lawyers in Chicago, Expertise.com
2022
Avvo.com Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com
2021
Expertise.com List of the Best Employment Lawyers in Chicago., Expertise.com
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Avvo.com Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com
2021
Super Lawyers List of the Top-Rated Labor & Employment Lawyers., Super Lawyers
2020
Avvo.com Client's Choice Award, Avvo.com
2020
Expertise.com List of the Best Employment Lawyers in Chicago., Expertise.com
2020
Super Lawyers List of The Top-Rated Employment & Labor Lawyers., Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Expertise.com List of The Best Employment Lawyers in Chicago., Expertise.com
2019
Super Lawyers List of The Top-Rated Employment & Labor Lawyers., Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Contributor, HR.com
2016
Top Contributor, Employment Lawyers Networking and Referal Group
2016
Top Contributor, American Bar Association Section of Labor and Employment Law
2016
Top Contributor, XpertHR USA
2016
Top Contributor, American Bar Association Section of Litigation, Employment and Labor Relations Law Committee
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Legal Writing, DePaul University College of Law
1995 - Present
Attorney, Stephen A. Glickman, P.C.
1989 - 1995
Attorney, Chuhak & Tecson, PC
1987 - 1989
Attorney, Federal Employment Litigation
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionAttorney Member, Labor and Employment Law Section
2014 - Present
Employment Law TipsAttorney Member
2013 - Present
American Bar Association Section of Litigation, Employment and Labor Relations Law CommitteeAttorney Member
2013 - Present
Labor and Employment Relations AssociationAttorney Member
2013 - Present
Employment/Labor Mediators and ArbitratorsAttorney Member
2013 - Present
DRI Employment and Labor LawAttorney Member
2011 - Present
University of Wisconsin, Madison Alumni AssociationLifetime Member
1995 - Present
Chicago Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law CommitteeAttorney Member, Labor and Employment Law Committee
1995 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionAttorney Member, Labor and Employment Law Section
1995 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
1995 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (Illinois chapter)Attorney Member
1995 - Present
Circuit Court of Cook County, IllinoisArbitrator
Obtained $136,049 Judgment for Client.
Obtained Summary Judgment on all Counts for my Client Chief of Police.
Won case. Motion to Dismiss Granted on all counts against client.
Prevailed. Judgment in favor of my client.
Prevailed. Jury Verdict in favor of State Farm.
Prevailed. Jury Verdict in favor of State Farm.
Won Appeal.
Prevailed. Judgment in favor of plaintiff entered after full trial. Affirmed on Appeal to Seventh Circuit. Six-figure attorneys' fee award.
Prevailed. Judgment for Defendant on all counts entered after full trial.
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