Savine Employment Law, Ltd. provides coaching and legal counsel to Chicago and Illinois executives at all stages of their careers. With extensive experience working directly with boards of directors, CEOs, CFOs and human resources departments on both sides of executive matters, we help our clients advocate effectively for their rights while, to the maximum extent possible, preserve and enhance their reputations and relationships with their employers.
We assist CEOs, CFOs, C-suite executives, high- and mid-level level managers, professionals, and independent contractors, among others, in understanding and negotiating employment contracts, compensation packages, change-in-control agreements, partnership agreements, retention agreements, consulting agreements, non-compete agreements, restrictive covenants, severance agreements and expatriate agreements.
Our services for executives include:
We advise executives on the impact and enforceability of restrictive covenants, including non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements, non-solicitation agreements, and non-compete agreements.
We coach executives on negotiations with their companies’ boards of directors and c-suite over compensation, contracts and separations.
We help executives resolve disputes with employers over accusations of fraud, trade secret theft, breaches of fiduciary duty, and other accusations of wrongdoing unique to the executive ranks.
We benchmark and advise on the adequacy and appropriateness of executive compensation and severance offers, including bonuses, benefits, indemnification arrangements, equity grants, and other forms of deferred and incentive compensation.
For expatriates, advising on their unique employment issues, such as identifying potential conflicts between US employment law and the laws of their home or host foreign countries, and addressing their other distinctive needs both before launch and upon their repatriation.
Gary was great. I gauge the value of professional services by comparing how much I learn versus how much additional work I have to do. My engagement with Gary was very educational and gave me peace of mind while conveniently navigating a challenging situation during a very busy time.
Executive
When it comes to negotiation, Gary’s skills can appear almost magical. I hired Gary to help me with an executive-level transition, as I was exited from a six-figure job and starting a new job with a direct competitor. Gary identified hidden traps in the severance offer from my former employer that could have resulted in me losing both the severance and my job. He then negotiated with my former employer to clear the traps and protect my severance, without burning any of my professional bridges. Gary really knows how companies think. In my case, it translated into great results. Gary makes it look easy.
Sales Executive
Gary was wonderful. I couldn’t have been luckier when he decided to take my case. It was a very emotional time and Gary was very honest with outcomes and provided all the information that I needed to know. He was a key figure in this journey.
Retail Sales Manager
This was the first time I ever had or needed an attorney, and I’m so glad it was Gary! He explained complex legal issues to me in an easy-to-understand way, and was able to frame options for me to select. This was a challenging time for me emotionally, and whereas I may have given in on some items, he was a strong advocate and negotiated much better terms for me. He was very responsive and accessible when I needed him most. Gary also seems like a genuinely nice person, so someone who could be a great neighbor, friend or attorney.
CFO of a Fortune 500 Company
Gary is a class act and an extremely competent attorney. He operated with a sense of urgency and provided maximum transparency to me throughout the process while negotiating with my employer. He delivered results which met all of my primary objectives.
Chief Risk Officer of a Fortune 500 Company
Gary was always prompt and respectful of my time. He was gracious and knew with absolute precision when we needed to work with one another from a timeline perspective. He was always extremely professional, organized and straight to the point. He always offered options when it came down to me making an informed decision. The best experience I have had with counsel in my life.
HR Director
Gary was very responsive and worked towards a much better deal than I could have negotiated on my own. Gary pointed out several errors or potential traps in a base document and was able to remove them from the agreement.
Chief Financial Officer
I was hesitant to hire a lawyer. I knew the situation with my employer was not lawful, but I was hesitant. Gary and his team were fantastic. Gary conducted meticulous and inclusive interviews to get all the facts and incidents. His team was supportive, as emails and texts were answered within minutes. I don’t wish for anyone to ever have to be in a circumstance where you have to hire a lawyer, but if you need one I cannot recommend [anymore more than] Gary.
Executive
Gary was very informative and asked the right questions to get the best options for me. He made time for me and I never felt rushed when speaking with him either. Thank you for all your support and hard work.
HR Manager
I am so happy I found Savine Employment Law! Gary was extremely knowledgeable and sympathetic. I leaned on him throughout much of the process as I have never gone through something like this before, and he did not disappoint at all. I definitely recommend him!
Client
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