Employment Law in Missouri & Illinois

Understanding your situation

A workplace problem can affect your livelihood and your sense of security. Understanding the events, the employment relationship, and the law that may apply is an important starting point. Kurt Lord’s legal background includes a decade in plaintiff-side practice, including representing women in sexual harassment cases and plaintiffs in federal court proceedings in Missouri and Illinois.

Common situations

Concerns about workplace discrimination or harassment
Questions about retaliation after reporting a workplace concern
Reviewing an employment or separation agreement
Understanding possible next steps in an employment dispute

How Lord Law Firm may assist

Lord Law Firm can discuss your situation, review the relevant circumstances and documents, and help identify potential legal issues and available options. Useful context includes where you worked, the general nature of the concern, and when key events occurred. An assessment depends on the facts and applicable law; an upsetting or unfair workplace experience does not by itself establish a legal claim.

Missouri considerations

The Missouri Commission on Human Rights provides a state process for discrimination complaints. Federal law and the EEOC process may also be relevant to an employment matter. These routes can have different requirements and time limits. Contact the firm promptly to discuss whether it can assist; a website inquiry is not a complaint filed with an agency or court.

Illinois considerations

The Illinois Department of Human Rights handles employment discrimination complaints under Illinois law. Its process and requirements should be considered separately from Missouri rules, and federal protections may also be involved. Tell Kurt where the work occurred and whether you have already contacted an agency or received any notices.

Frequently asked questions

Does every unfair workplace decision violate employment law?

No. Legal protections depend on the circumstances and the applicable law. A discussion should focus on what happened, who was involved, and the context of the decision or conduct.

Should I wait until I have every document before reaching out?

You can begin with a brief, nonconfidential overview. Employment matters may involve time limits, so do not delay initial contact solely to assemble a complete file. The firm can discuss what information it needs if it is able to assist.

Does submitting this form file a discrimination complaint?

No. The consultation form contacts Lord Law Firm only. It does not file anything with the EEOC, a state agency, or a court, extend a deadline, or create an attorney-client relationship.

This page provides general information and does not constitute individualized legal advice. Missouri and Illinois law may differ. Contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.