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Stephen Aron Glickman
- Chicago, IL
- Licensed for 33 years
About Stephen
Top-Rated Chicago Employment Lawyer with over 30 Years' Experience.
Stephen A. Glickman is a top-rated senior Chicago employment law attorney who has successfully represented employees and employers in a wide range of employment law matters for more than 33 years. Dedicated exclusively to employment law, his legal practice covers all areas of employment law, including:
- Separation Agreements and Severance
- Employment Litigation in Federal and Illinois Courts
- Sexual Harassment
- Employment Discrimination
- Wrongful Termination and Retaliation
- Employment Agreements and Executive Employment Contracts
- Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreements
- Executive Compensation
- Human Resources
- Employee Handbooks and Employment Policies
- Leaves of Absence and Reasonable Accommodation
- Family and Medical Leave Act
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act
- Title VII and the Illinois Human Rights Act
Mr. Glickman's client reviews and peer endorsements demonstrate what sets him apart from the field, including:
- 24/7 Availability
- Rapid Responsiveness
- Personal Attention to Every Detail
- Personalized Attorney-Client Relationships
- Extensive Knowledge of Employment Law
- 33+ Years of Practical Employment Law Experience
Over the course of his career, Mr. Glickman has earned the reputation as one of the top employment lawyers in Chicago, Illinois. He was selected by Super Lawyers for inclusion in the 2021, 2020 and 2019 Super Lawyers List of the Top-Rated Employment and Labor Lawyers in Illinois (Top 5% of all Illinois Lawyers) based on his high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. He was handpicked by Expertise.com for inclusion in the 2021, 2020 and 2019 Expertise.com List of the Best Employment Lawyers in Chicago (Top 18 out of 1,063 Lawyers) based on his reputation, credibility, experience, engagement and professionalism. Mr. Glickman also earned the Avvo.com 2020 Client's Choice Award.
Mr. Glickman has an extensive employment law litigation background in federal and state court. He aggressively litigates sexual harassment, retaliation, employment discrimination, FMLA, ADA, wrongful termination and many other types of employment law claims. In addition, he represents clients in administrative proceedings before the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Illinois Department of Human Rights, Department of Labor, and other governmental agencies. He negotiates favorable employment separation agreements, severance packages, as well as settlements of employment law claims, and successfully resolves employment disputes through mediation.
He advises employers on a whole host of employment issues, including hiring and firing decisions, employee discipline and discharge, personnel policies, employee handbooks, ADA accommodation requests, FMLA and other leaves of absence, employment selection testing, drug and alcohol testing, employment risk management and compliance with the ever-changing federal, state and local employment laws. He also advises executives on executive employment contracts, executive compensation, non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, as well as executive severance.
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. He is a member of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Illinois State Bar Association, the Labor and Employment Law Committee of the Chicago Bar Association and the National Employment Lawyers Association. He has served as an Arbitrator for the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois since 1995.
Born in Chicago, Mr. Glickman 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 personalized basis.
Practice areas
- Employment and labor: 26%
All Areas of Employment Law, including Sexual Harassment, Age Discrimination, Separation Agreements, Executive Severance, Pregnancy Discrimination, Family and Medical Leave Act, Sex Discrimination, EEOC, Employment Discrimination, Employment Litigation, Executive Employment Contracts, Employment Agreements, Non-competition Agreements, Restrictive Covenants, Confidentiality Agreements, Non-Solicitation Agreements, Executive Compensation, Human Resources, Employee Handbooks, Employment Policies.
34 years
- Sexual harassment: 25%
Hostile Work Environment, Unwanted Sexual Advances, Sexually Offensive Conduct, Quid Pro Quo, Continuing Violations, Vicarious Liability, Strict Liability, Personal Liability, Retaliation, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, the Illinois Human Rights Act, City of Chicago Human Rights Ordinance, EEOC, Illinois Department of Human Rights, Illinois Human Rights Commission, Federal Court, Illinois State Court, Trials, Appeals, Mediation, Arbitration.
34 years
- Wrongful termination: 25%
Retaliatory Discharge, Wrongful Discharge, Workers' Compensation Retaliatory Discharge, Illinois Whistle-blower Act, Illinois Common Law Employment Law Claims, Promissory Estoppel, Fraudulent Misrepresentation, Workplace Defamation, Breach of Employee Handbook, Family and Medical Leave Act Retaliation and Interference, ERISA Retaliation and Interference, Sarbanes-Oxley, DOL, EEOC, Federal and State Court, Trials and Appeals, Mediation, Arbitration.
34 years
- Discrimination: 24%
Employment Discrimination, Retaliation, Age Discrimination, Pregnancy Discrimination, Sex Discrimination, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and Civil Rights Act of 1991, as amended, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Equal Pay Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, Illinois Human Rights Act, EEOC, Illinois Department of Human Rights, Illinois Human Rights Commission, Federal Court, Illinois State Court, Trials, Appeals, Mediation, Arbitration.
34 years
Languages spoken
English
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Contact
Stephen A. Glickman, P.C.
55 West Monroe Street
Suite 3700
Chicago, IL, 60603-5066
- Office (312) 960-9550
- Fax (312) 267-1755
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1987 | 12/06/2020 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Expertise.com List of the Best Employment Lawyers in Chicago. | Expertise.com | 2021 |
| Super Lawyers List of the Top-Rated Labor & Employment Lawyers. | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 2016 |
| Legal Writing | DePaul University College of Law | 1985 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Stephen A. Glickman, P.C. | 1995 - Present |
| Attorney | Chuhak & Tecson, PC | 1989 - 1995 |
| Attorney | Federal Employment Litigation | 1987 - 1989 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
| American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | Attorney Member, Labor and Employment Law Section | 2014 - Present |
| Employment Law Tips | Attorney Member | 2014 - Present |
| American Bar Association Section of Litigation, Employment and Labor Relations Law Committee | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
| Labor and Employment Relations Association | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
| Employment/Labor Mediators and Arbitrators | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| DRI Employment and Labor Law | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
| University of Wisconsin, Madison Alumni Association | Lifetime Member | 2011 - Present |
| Chicago Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Committee | Attorney Member, Labor and Employment Law Committee | 1995 - Present |
| Illinois State Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | Attorney Member, Labor and Employment Law Section | 1995 - Present |
| National Employment Lawyers Association | Attorney Member | 1995 - Present |
| National Employment Lawyers Association (Illinois chapter) | Attorney Member | 1995 - Present |
| Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois | Arbitrator | 1995 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Avvo Legal Guides | Anatomy of the Recent Amendment to the Illinois Human Rights Act | 2018 |
| Avvo Legal Guides | Effect of the New Tax Law on Confidential Sexual Harassment Settlements | 2017 |
| Casetext | Employment Law Chicago Blog | 2015 |
| Avvo Legal Guides | The New Illinois Pregnancy Discrimination Law | 2015 |
| Avvo Legal Guides | What to do when you are Sexually Harassed at Work | 2015 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | Employment Law Chicago Blog | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Avvo Legal Guides | Separation Agreements: Key Elements for the Employee | 2014 |
| American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | Contract Terminable Only Upon Express Written Written Consent of Parites Terminable At Will | 2014 |
| Glickmanpc.com/FAQ | Frequently Asked Employment Law Questions | 2014 |
| American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | Illinois Senate Passes Legislation the would Expand the Legal Rights of Pregnant Employees | 2014 |
| National Employment Lawyers Association | Illinois Common Law Claim for Retaliatory Discharge Only Applies to At-Will Employees | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | Performance Review Alone Does Not Satisfy Adverse Employment Action Element of Title VII Claim | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | 7th Circuit Reverses Summary Judgment on Title VII Race and Retaliation Claims | 2014 |
| American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | Illinois Employment Discrimination Plaintiffs Must Brings Claims Under Title VII and the Illinois Human Rights Act in Order to Obtain Maximum Relief | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | U.S. Supreme Court Rules that Severance Payments are Taxable Wages for FICA Purposes | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | 7th Circuit Affirms Summary Judgment in Title VII Gender Case | 2014 |
| American Bar Association, Litigation Section | Employer that Grants FMLA Leave Estopped from Claiming that Employee was Not Entitled to that Leave | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | Seventh Circuit Affirms Summary Judgment in Illinois State Common Law Retaliatory Discharge Case | 2014 |
| American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section | 7th Circuit Reverses Summary Judgment Twice in Two Weeks in ADEA and Title VII Cases | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | Contract Terminable Only upon Express Written Consent of Parties Terminable At Will | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | Title VII of no Avail to Job Applicant Promised Phony Job in Exchange for Sexual Favors | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | EEOC Challenges CVS's Severance Agreement | 2014 |
| Empoyment Law Chicago blog | Seventh Circuit Reverses Summary Judgment in ADEA Disparate Discipline Case | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | No Adverse Employment Action, No Viable Employment Discrimination Claim | 2014 |
| Employment Law Chicago Blog | No Illinois Workers Compensation Retaliatory Discharge Claim for Employee Discharged for Refusing to Take Mandatory Drug Test | 2014 |
| American Bar Association, Litigation Section | Heightened Standard of Proof for Reverse Sex Discrimination Plaintiffs | 2014 |
| Avvo Legal Guides | Executive Employment Contracts: Key Elements for the Executive | 2013 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| DePaul University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1987 |
| University of Wisconsin, Madison | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1983 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Conference of the National Association of Attorney-Mediators | Mediation from the Practicioner's Perspective "And Now A Word From Our Sponsors" | 2012 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Salwierak adv. In Re: Baranski | Prevailed. Judgment in favor of my client. |
| Vachichara v. State Farm | Prevailed. Jury Verdict in favor of State Farm. |
| Steinys v. State Farm | Prevailed. Jury Verdict in favor of State Farm. |
| Autotech Controls, Inc. v. K.J. Electric, Inc. | Won Appeal. |
| Salwierak v. Baranski | Obtained $136,049 Judgment for Client. |
| Akkerman v. City of Harvey, et al. | Won case. Motion to Dismiss Granted on all counts against client. |
|---|---|
| Jones v. Jones Brothers Construction Company | Prevailed. Judgment in favor of plaintiff entered after full trial. Affirmed on Appeal to Seventh Circuit. Six-figure attorneys' fee award. |
| Donatowicz v. Pikul | Prevailed. Judgment for Defendant on all counts entered after full trial. |
| Cleveland v. CBS | *Confidential* |
| Neil v. City of Harvey, et al. | Obtained Summary Judgment on all Counts for my Client Chief of Police. |
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Attorney endorsements
(9)Ethan Zelizer, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Michael Leech, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 8, 2014
Relationship: Other
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.
Ethan Zelizer, Employment and labor Attorney on Oct 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Ryan Paulus, Employment and labor Attorney on Jun 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Well-known, well-respected lawyer who fights hard for his clients. Highly recommended.
Bradley Braun, Employment and labor Attorney on May 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Michael Weis, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Steve is the consummate professional. Experienced, knowledgeable, practical and responsive.
Lisa Callaway, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 12, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
John Mahoney, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 20, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Michael Leech, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 8, 2014
Relationship: Other
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.
Marc Siegel, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Jennifer Murphy, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 19, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Cost
- Hourly Rates$500-$500/hour
- Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-33%
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