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Billy Joe M. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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October 26, 2021

Billy Joe M.

Partner Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago, IL
17 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2006 with a degree in Political Science, Finance, and Economics. I stayed around Champaign for law school and graduated in 2009. I then worked at a big law firm in downtown Chicago. It was boring, so I quit in early 2011. I thought that I could not be happy practicing law - I was wrong. After I quit the traditional law firm life, I began representing my own clients. I realize now that I love helping normal people, small business owners, and non-profits address a variety of legal issues. I hope to hear from you.

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"Billy Joe was great to work with on a demand letter related to a HOA dispute. He was understanding of my situation, thorough in communication, and worked with me through a complex situation. I'm not a lawyer and he was very personable, as well as responsive. Highly recommended!"

Mathew K. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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February 1, 2022

Mathew K.

Founding Attorney
Free Consultation
Illinois
11 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
DePaul University College of Law

Mathew Kerbis is The Subscription Attorney. He’s on a mission to affordably serve clients at scale via the subscription model and inspire attorneys to abandon the billable hour. He founded the law firm Subscription Attorney LLC after working for private practice law firms for nine years. His firm leverages automations and artificial intelligence to offer more accessible and reasonable prices like legal advice starting at $19.99/month and $49.99/page.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Mathew was pleasant and professional. He passed along great legal knowledge and provided an excellent service at a reasonable rate. I would definitely use his services again."

Zachary J. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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May 27, 2022

Zachary J.

Principal
Free Consultation
Crown Point, IN
7 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
The University of Michigan Law School

I am a solo-practitioner with a practice mostly consisting of serving as a fractional general counsel to growth stage companies. With a practical business background, I aim to bring real-world, economically driven solutions to my client's legal problems and pride myself on efficient yet effective work.

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"Zachary was great! He reviewed our contract with precision and still got it done a day early! 10/10, would recommend."

Dan "Dragan" I. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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September 21, 2022

Dan "Dragan" I.

Principal Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago, Illinois
27 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
University of Illinois College of Law

I received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Northwestern University in 1996 and then got my JD at University of Illinois College of Law in 1999. I have been a lawyer helping people with legal issues in the United States and Internationally since then. That includes drafting and reviewing contracts. I am also passionate about helping small and medium businesses with trademark registration and trademark-related legal projects. The law can be confusing and complicated for people, and I am passionate about providing professional legal services to my clients while simultaneously making the legal process less confusing and stressful for them. My goal is to help clients navigate through both good and difficult times by tailoring my skills, experience, and services to their specific needs.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"Dan was thorough, responsive, and explained the trademark process clearly. Highly recommended."

Curt B. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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March 25, 2023

Curt B.

Managing Partner
Free Consultation
Los Angeles, California
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL CA, CO, FL, TX
UCLA School of Law

Curt Brown has experience advising clients on a variety of franchising, business litigation, transactional, and securities law matters. Mr. Brown's accolades include: - Super Lawyers Rising Star - California Lawyer of the Year by The Daily Journal - Pro Bono Attorney of the Year the USC Public Interest Law Fund Curt started his legal career in the Los Angeles office of the prestigious firm of Irell & Manella LLP, where his practice focused on a wide variety of complex civil litigation matters, including securities litigation, antitrust, trademark, bankruptcy, and class action defense. Mr. Brown also has experience advising mergers and acquisitions and international companies concerning cyber liability and class action defense. He is admitted in California, Florida, D.C., Washington, Illinois, Colorado, and Michigan.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
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"I was very impressed with the responsiveness and knowledge brought to my situation."

Tina R. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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February 17, 2022

Tina R.

contracts lawyer and websites
Free Consultation
Arlington, VA
19 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL DC, VA
Loyola University Chicago

15 years for legal experience; expertise in contracts, healthcare, ERISA, physicians, financial services, commercial contracts, employment agreements, etc. I am adept at all contracts and can provide you with efficient and quality services. I have worked at a law firm, financial services company, consulting ,and non-profit.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Tina provided collaborative and professional work that helped me understand my employment contract."

Ryenne S. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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October 11, 2022

Ryenne S.

Principal Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago, Illinois
16 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
DePaul University College of Law

My name is Ryenne Shaw and I help business owners build businesses that operate as assets instead of liabilities, increase in value over time and build wealth. My areas of expertise include corporate formation and business structure, contract law, employment/labor law, business risk and compliance and intellectual property. I also serve as outside general counsel to several businesses across various industries nationally. I spent most of my early legal career assisting C.E.O.s, General Counsel, and in-house legal counsel of both large and smaller corporations in minimizing liability, protecting business assets and maximizing profits. While working with many of these entities, I realized that smaller entities are often underserved. I saw that smaller business owners weren’t receiving the same level of legal support larger corporations relied upon to grow and sustain. I knew this was a major contributor to the ceiling that most small businesses hit before they’ve even scratched the surface of their potential. And I knew at that moment that all of this lack of knowledge and support was creating a huge wealth gap. After over ten years of legal experience, I started my law firm to provide the legal support small to mid-sized business owners and entrepreneurs need to grow and protect their brands, businesses, and assets. I have a passion for helping small to mid-sized businesses and startups grow into wealth-building assets by leveraging the same legal strategies large corporations have used for years to create real wealth. I enjoy connecting with my clients, learning about their visions and identifying ways to protect and maximize the reach, value and impact of their businesses. I am a strong legal writer with extensive litigation experience, including both federal and state (and administratively), which brings another element to every contract I prepare and the overall counsel and value I provide. Some of my recent projects include: - Negotiating & Drafting Commercial Lease Agreements - Drafting Trademark Licensing Agreements - Drafting Ambassador and Influencer Agreements - Drafting Collaboration Agreements - Drafting Service Agreements for service-providers, coaches and consultants - Drafting Master Service Agreements and SOWs - Drafting Terms of Service and Privacy Policies - Preparing policies and procedures for businesses in highly regulated industries - Drafting Employee Handbooks, Standard Operations and Procedures (SOPs) manuals, employment agreements - Creating Employer-employee infrastructure to ensure business compliance with employment and labor laws - Drafting Independent Contractor Agreements and Non-Disclosure/Non-Competition/Non-Solicitation Agreements - Conducting Federal Trademark Searches and filing trademark applications - Preparing Trademark Opinion Letters after conducting appropriate legal research - Drafting Letters of Opinion for Small Business Loans - Drafting and Responding to Cease and Desist Letters I service clients throughout the United States across a broad range of industries.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"She gave clear and thorough information about my document and gave sound recommendations for the path forward."

Clara D. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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October 8, 2021

Clara D.

Principal
Illinois
23 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
University of Chicago

Clara Duffield is a seasoned financial services, technology, privacy, business, intellectual property, and real estate lawyer, with in-house and large firm experience. She currently represents a range of clients, from start-ups to large, heavily-regulated companies, in a wide variety of transactional matters. After graduating from The University of Chicago Law School, Clara spent eight years in private practice representing clients in complex commercial real estate, merger and acquisition, branding, and other transactional matters. Clara then worked as in-house counsel to a large financial services company, handling intellectual property, vendor contracts, technology, privacy, cybersecurity, licensing, marketing, and otherwise supporting general operations. She opened her own practice in September of 2017. Duffield Law provides strategic and flexible representation to businesses of all sizes. Its clients include entrepreneurs and early-stage startups to Fortune 100 companies. From outside general counsel or volume work to discreet assignments, our small firm model allows us the flexibility to provide only the legal services a client needs, without sacrificing the quality all clients deserve. With a depth of in-house and large law firm experience, we work with clients to thoughtfully assess risk, identify and engage subject matter experts, and manage legal spend.

Neilson B. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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March 26, 2022

Neilson B.

Managing Attorney
Free Consultation
Charlotte, NC
7 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL MO, NC
Shepard Broad School of Law

Hi, I am the founding member of Son of Brown Law Firm, based in Charlotte North Carolina. Our firm practices in the areas of Business Transactions, Cannabis/Hemp, Personal Injury and Immigration Law.

David A. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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August 30, 2022

David A.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago, Illinois
21 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
Chicago Kent College of Law

David Alexander advises clients on complex real estate transactions, including the acquisition, disposition, construction, financing and leasing of shopping centers, office buildings and industrial buildings throughout the U.S. An experienced real estate attorney, David reviews, drafts and negotiates all manner of retail, office and industrial real estate agreements, including purchase and sale agreements, construction contracts, leases and financing documentation.

Wendy C. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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September 12, 2022

Wendy C.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Chicago
27 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL WI
University of Wisconsin Madison

Business Advisor and Real Estate Consultant: Small boutique firm working to assist entrepreneurs, business start-ups, property investors, new home buyers, and distressed owners Wendy Calvert began her career as a corporate attorney focusing on complex commercial litigation, primarily in construction, property and casualty, and contractor liability. Through this experience, Wendy has managed and successfully litigated cases in Illinois and Wisconsin. In 2004, Wendy relocated to Illinois to work as an insurance litigation counsel and later as an executive sales consultant and insurance expert. Wendy now utilizes her skills as a contract negotiator, litigator, and sales consultant to negotiate real estate deals and help entrepreneurs create and grow the businesses of their dreams. EDUCATION Wendy earned her Juris Doctor in 1999 from the University of Wisconsin Madison. In 1989, Wendy graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Communications from Marquette University.

Jingjing L. - Employee Rights Lawyer in Joliet, Illinois
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October 14, 2022

Jingjing L.

Attorney
Free Consultation
London, UK
9 Yrs Experience
Licensed in IL
University of Chicago Law School

I am a dual qualified (Illinois; England & Wales) transactional lawyer with about 6 years of legal experience. I'm very commercial and pragmatic in my approach, and I provide clear and timely service. I have worked in two of the top international "big law" firms focusing on corporate, private equity, insurance and financial services work. I'm now working in-house at a Fortune 500 company and have a wide range of experience with commercial and corporate contracts as well as legal and regulatory research.

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Employee Rights Legal Questions and Answers

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Employment Handbook

California

Asked on Oct 27, 2024

Can my employer legally enforce a new policy in the employment handbook without notifying or obtaining consent from employees?

I recently received an updated copy of the employment handbook at my workplace, which included a new policy that significantly changes the dress code requirements. However, I was not notified about this change beforehand, nor was I asked to provide any consent or agreement to the new policy. I am wondering if my employer has the legal right to enforce this policy without proper notification or obtaining consent from the employees.

Patrick W.

Answered Nov 19, 2024

Yes. If you are in an at will state and your employment is not for a period of time, your continued employment and aware of the new policy is adequate grounds for enforcing a new policy as a basis for employment termination or employment discipline.

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Employee Separation Agreement

Florida

Asked on Jul 5, 2023

Employee separation agreement and non-disparagement clauses?

I recently left my job after working there for five years. My employer asked me to sign a separation agreement that included a non-disparagement clause. I am concerned about the implications of signing such a clause and want to understand my rights and obligations under the agreement.

Daniel D.

Answered Jul 25, 2023

It is hard to say what your rights and obligations are under that separation agreement without seeing it as all agreements and the obligations contained within them are different and could impact you in various ways.

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Acceptable Use Policy

Georgia

Asked on Mar 11, 2025

Can a company legally monitor and restrict employee internet usage based on an Acceptable Use Policy?

I work for a medium-sized company that recently implemented an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for internet usage. The AUP states that employees' internet activities will be monitored and certain websites or content will be restricted. I'm concerned about the legality of this policy and whether it infringes upon employees' privacy rights or violates any labor laws. I would like to understand the legal implications of implementing such a policy and what rights employees have in this situation.

Jerome L.

Answered Apr 15, 2025

This is a very common concern, especially as more employers implement digital oversight tools. Generally speaking, a company can legally monitor and restrict employee internet usage through an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), provided certain conditions are met. 1. Private Employers Have Broad Discretion In most states, private-sector employers are allowed to monitor internet usage on company-owned systems and networks, including: Websites visited Emails sent and received via company email Time spent online during working hours Downloads or uploads of content As long as the company owns the devices or network being used, courts typically uphold their right to control and monitor usage—especially when the employee has received advance notice through a written policy like an AUP. 2. Employees Have Limited Expectation of Privacy at Work Courts have generally held that employees do not have a strong expectation of privacy when using employer-provided devices or networks. However, an employer should: Clearly inform employees of monitoring in writing Apply the policy consistently across the workforce Avoid overreaching into private communications (e.g., personal email on personal devices) 3. Content Filtering and Restrictions Are Permitted Employers can legally block or restrict access to websites that: Are unrelated to work (e.g., social media, video streaming, shopping) Pose security risks (e.g., downloading pirated software) Violate workplace policies (e.g., inappropriate or offensive material) 4. Federal and State Considerations While there are few federal laws restricting workplace internet monitoring, employers must still comply with laws such as: The Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) – allows monitoring of communications when done in the ordinary course of business or with employee consent State privacy laws – some states may have broader protections; however, most defer to employer rights on company property What You Can Do: Review the AUP carefully to understand what is being monitored and why Confirm whether you acknowledged the policy in writing If you are concerned about overreach, you may want to speak with HR or request clarification about what personal activity (if any) may be affected If you would like assistance reviewing the policy for reasonableness or compliance with state and federal law, I’d be happy to help.

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Complaint Letter

Washington

Asked on Aug 25, 2024

Can I file an EEOC complaint if I believe I have experienced workplace discrimination based on my gender?

I am seeking legal advice regarding a potential EEOC complaint I am considering filing against my employer due to what I believe is gender-based discrimination. I have been working at a small tech company for the past two years, and I have noticed a pattern of unequal treatment and opportunities given to male employees compared to female employees. This includes being passed over for promotions, receiving lower pay than my male counterparts with similar qualifications and experience, and being subjected to derogatory comments and harassment. I have tried addressing these issues internally but have not seen any significant changes, so I am now considering filing an EEOC complaint. I would like to know if I have a valid case and what steps I should take to proceed with the complaint.

Merry K.

Answered Sep 3, 2024

If there are at least 8 employees, you can file a complaint with the Washington State Human Rights Commission; if there are at least 15 employees, you can ALSO file with the EEOC (HRC will do this for you if you ask when you file with them). If you work in certain large cities in WA, you can also file with city or county anti-discrimination agencies. Evaluating your complaint is something that I can't do through this question/answer format, but from what you've said so far, it sounds as though you have a valid complaint - I'm not sure, however, whether you can file in regards to anything that happened more than 180 days ago (but may be able to include that if it's part of a pattern/practice). I don't know whether any of the other WA attorneys signed up with CC have my level of employment and discrimination experience, but you can find such attorneys through NELA.org, a national organization of employment attorneys. I also want to let you know that when you file with a government agency, the agency is neutral; they don't represent you. Also, there are long, long waits, and they will try to push you toward a fast settlement. It is a mandatory prerequisite to file with EEOC prior to filing an employment discrimination case in federal court, but for state court there are no such prerequisites. I'm not taking new work until the end of October and no longer engage in litigation, but would be happy to review the situation with you as part of a Contracts Counsel project in late September as a one-hour or so consultation. Unfortunately, I won't have any real free time until then. Merry A. Kogut keypenlaw@gmail.com

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Noncompete Agreement

New York

Asked on Dec 5, 2024

Can my employer enforce a non-compete agreement I signed even though I was not provided any additional compensation or benefits in return?

I recently started a new job and was asked to sign a non-compete agreement as a condition of employment. However, I just found out from a colleague that my employer has been enforcing the non-compete agreement against former employees and preventing them from working in similar roles at competing companies. I am concerned because I was not given any additional compensation or benefits in exchange for signing the agreement, and I believe it may be unfair and potentially unenforceable. Can my employer legally enforce the non-compete agreement even though I did not receive any additional compensation or benefits in return?

Damien B.

Answered Dec 6, 2024

Hello! Generally, New York courts require that a non-compete agreement be supported by adequate consideration. If the agreement is signed at the beginning of employment, the job itself may serve as adequate consideration. However, if the non-compete is signed after employment begins, the employer may need to offer additional benefits, such as a raise or promotion, for the agreement to be enforceable. There are other defenses against enforcement. For a non-compete agreement to be enforceable, it must be reasonable in terms of duration, geographic scope, and the scope of activities it restricts. A court will evaluate whether the agreement is necessary to protect the employer’s legitimate business interests, such as confidential information or customer relationships. If not, a court could rule the noncompete is not enforceable.

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