$ 375-475 per hour
PRO
also known as Kate Sedey
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Kate Sedey, Partner at Case + Sedey, LLC, draws from a diverse body of experience to effectively represent and advise employees regarding their legal rights and protections in the workplace. From trying cases, arguing motions, to mediating cases and negotiating settlements, her expertise on the plaintiff’s side of employment law is vast.
Ms. Sedey has earned the respect of clients and opposing counsel alike, and has been recognized by Chicago Magazine as a Rising Star (from 2012-2018) and a Super Lawyer (starting in 2019) in her field and by Leading Lawyers as an Emerging Lawyer ("on a fast track to the top") since 2017.
Ms. Sedey is admitted to practice law in Illinois. She graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from New York University in 2004. She received her Juris Doctor and a Certificate in Labor & Employment Law from Chicago-Kent College of Law in May 2009, where she graduated with honors.
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Practice Areas
$ 375-475 per hour
20%-33%
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2009
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Posted by Marie | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Exceptional Employment Attorney - A Lifeline Through a Challenging Work Situation
I had the privilege of working with Kate at Case & Sedey during an extremely challenging and overwhelming work situation, and I cannot recommend their services highly enough. From the moment I reached out to Kate for a consultation, her expertise and unwavering support guided me through a complex leg...
Posted by Antoinette | August 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
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I hired Kate Sedey to assist me with discrimination that I was facing gym my employer. I was unsure if I actually had a case, or if I was just being sensitive. Kate took the time to meet with me, help me understand what next steps would look like, looked at my documents and never once made me feel ...
Posted by Robert | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Kind, thorough and competent
Kate was a wonderful attorney to work with. She was able to talk me through some difficult, emotional conversations in a very challenging time in my life. Her compassion was genuine. But she also was good about reigning that in and sticking to facts, she certainly has a firm grasp of employment la...
Posted by Keith | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination
Professional and courteous attorney
Ms. Sedey guided me through a job termination which was (in my opinion) unjustified by my former employer. Ms. Sedey was very professional throughout the process for my settlement and explored several potential avenues of recourse. The settlement was very stressful for my wife and me, but Ms. Sedey...
Posted by Mark | June 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Mark
I would highly recommend Kate Sedey to anyone who is looking for legal counseling or legal representation in employment related matters, particularly as that can be one of the more stressful times in life. Kate initially provided counseling to me on an employment matter, then represented me as my sit...
Employment and labor lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyers - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2018
Rising Star - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2018
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star- Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2016
Emerging Attorney, Law Bulletin Leading Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star - Employment Litigation, Super Lawyers Illinois
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2007
CALI Award for Excellence in Legal Writing, Chicago-Kent College of Law
N/A
Client's Choice, Martindale-Hubbell
1900 - Present
Partner, Case + Sedey, LLC
2007 - 2009
Law Clerk, The Case Law Firm LLC
2005 - 2006
Paralegal, Penny Nathan Kahan & Associates
1999 - 2002
Legal Assistant, Sedey & Harper P.C.
2015 - Present
American Bar Association - Emlployee Rights & Responsibilities CommitteeCo-Chair of ERR Gives Back
2010 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (Illinois chapter)Member
2009
J.D.
2004
B.A.
2004
BS
2017
Preparing for Your First Deposition
2015
Re-Visiting Twombly/Iqbal's Application to Employment Law
2016
2014
English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Is it legal for your employer to discuss your personnel file with someone outside of your work? Like write ups
26 May 2016
Falsely accused of stealing at work and fired would I have a case if there's no evidence of me taking the money personally?
28 Jun 2015
Can my boss block my job transfer after agreeing to it?
29 Apr 2015
Is Your Job in Jeopardy? Practical Tips for Employees Who Think They May Be Fired
03 Nov 2015
Gender Identity in the Workplace - Tips for Employers
02 Jun 2015