Jenny Louise Johnson, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning
PartneratHolland & Knight LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing employment in Chicago since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Jenny Louise Johnson is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning. Jenny has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Employment · Employment Contracts · Estate Planning
- Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jenny Louise Johnson: Jenny Louise Johnson is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning. Jenny has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jenny takes on
Jenny concentrates on employment, employment contracts, estate planning, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jenny handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Estate Planning
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General
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Health Care
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IRS
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Litigation
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Tax
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White Collar
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Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jenny takes employment matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenny agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jenny takes employment contracts matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenny agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jenny takes estate planning matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenny agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jenny takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenny agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jenny takes health care matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jenny agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jenny Louise Johnson — employment lawyer in Chicago
Jenny Louise Johnson is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning. Jenny has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Holland & Knight LLP.
Jenny Louise Johnson is a lawyer practicing tax controversies and litigation, white collar defense and investigations, litigation and 6 other areas of law. Jenny received a B.A. degree from Sewanee: The University of the South, and has been licensed for 28 years. Jenny practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Chicago, IL.
How Jenny handles employment matters
Jenny Louise Johnson is a lawyer practicing tax controversies and litigation, white collar defense and investigations, litigation and 6 other areas of law. Jenny received a B.A. degree from Sewanee: The University of the South, and has been licensed for 28 years. Jenny practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Jenny represents
Jenny reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and estate planning matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard Law School J.D. cum laude
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Sewanee: The University of the South B.A. summa cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Jenny's state bar admissions
Supreme Court of Ill
1998 · ACTIVE
Illinois U.S. Court
1998 · ACTIVE
Jenny studied at — in Harvard Law School J.D. cum laude and — in Sewanee: The University of the South B.A. summa cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Jenny completed — in Harvard Law School J.D. cum laude and — in Sewanee: The University of the South B.A. summa cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jenny runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jenny Louise Johnson's office in Chicago
Jenny's primary office is at 150 North Riverside Plaza, Suite 2700, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Holland & Knight LLP
150 North Riverside Plaza, Suite 2700
Chicago, IL 60606
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How to hire Jenny Louise Johnson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jenny usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jenny charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jenny's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jenny will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jenny
Jenny discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jenny confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jenny's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jenny Louise Johnson
How much does it cost to hire Jenny for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jenny walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jenny offer a free consultation?
Jenny charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jenny's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jenny's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jenny gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jenny take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Jenny is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jenny will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jenny?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jenny will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jenny accepting new employment clients right now?
Jenny's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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