Atty. Lori Lynn Deem

Atty. Lori Lynn Deem

LORI L. DEEM, a Partner with Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd., is an experienced employment law attorney who has developed a highly regarded reputation as a strong advocate, strategic counselor and pragmatic problem-solver for her clients.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Lori Lynn Deem at a glance

Lori Lynn Deem is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, employment, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Illinois Supreme Court (1998). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Xavier University (B.A. Summa, 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Ms, Deem is admitted to practice law only in Illinois, and Ms. Provides legal services in English. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • LORI L. DEEM, a Partner with Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd., is an experienced employment law attorney who has developed a highly regarded reputation as a strong advocate, strategic counselor and pragmatic problem-solver for her clients
  • During her 20+ years as an employment attorney, Ms. Deem has represented executives and individuals in a wide variety of employment matters, including severance and employment agreement negotiations, employment discrimination claims and retaliatory discharge cases
  • Her practice includes handling all types of discrimination and harassment, including individuals who have been subjected to age, race, gender, disability, national origin, pregnancy and sexual orientation discrimination
  • Ms. Deem regularly represents clients in all types of employment law forums, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Illinois Department of Human Rights, arbitration, mediation and in federal and state court
  • Ms. Deem has extensive experience representing C-Suite and senior executives in job transition and change-of-control situations with drafting and negotiating severance and employment agreements, as well as non-competition agreements, and other related executive matters such as shareholder and partnership agreements
  • She advises executive clients on equity and compensation issues involving long-term and short-term incentive plans, stock options, restricted stock unit agreements and other equity arrangements
  • Ms. Deem currently serves as the Employee Co-Chair of the Women's Affinity Group of the American Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section
  • She is a past Employee Co-Chair and member of the Employment Rights and Responsibilities Committee (ERR) of the American Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section
  • Ms. Deem is a member of the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA), the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA), and the Chicago Bar Association (CBA)
  • Since 2012, Ms. Deem has been recognized each year as a top employment attorney by Illinois Super Lawyers and Leading Lawyers, and Lawdragon has recognized her as one of the Top 500 Plaintiff's Employment Lawyers in the U.S. (2018-2021)
  • Only the top 5% of lawyers in Illinois are selected as Super Lawyers, using a multi-step evaluation process involving a statewide survey of lawyers, independent panel research and in-depth evaluation of background and experience by practice area
  • Ms. Deem also is a frequent presenter and speaker on employment law topics

Practice Areas Explained

Lori Lynn Deem's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lori Lynn Deem handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lori Lynn Deem

Where is Lori Lynn Deem's law office located?
Lori Lynn Deem's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lori Lynn Deem handle?
Lori Lynn Deem focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, employment, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Lori Lynn Deem practiced law?
Lori Lynn Deem has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
What languages does Lori Lynn Deem speak?
Lori Lynn Deem provides legal services in English. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Lori Lynn Deem go to law school?
Lori Lynn Deem earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. Summa, 1995).
How can I contact Lori Lynn Deem for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lori Lynn Deem received?
Lori Lynn Deem's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1998
B.A. Summa
Xavier University
- 1995

Languages

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998

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