The Law Office of
Mark R. Elliott
Chicago Employment Law Attorney for High-Stakes Career Disputes
Strategic representation for executives, professionals, and employees facing termination, contract disputes, or workplace misconduct.
Mark R. Elliott
Attorney at Law
Areas of Focus
A focused practice. A limited number of clients.
Matters where the financial, professional, and reputational stakes are real.
Wrongful Termination & Pre-Termination Strategy
Advising employees before and after termination where timing, positioning, and leverage matter.
Employment Contracts & Compensation Disputes
Executive agreements, bonus disputes, deferred compensation, and restrictive covenants including non-compete and non-solicitation provisions.
Severance Negotiation
Evaluation and negotiation of severance packages with a focus on maximizing outcome and protecting long-term interests.
Discrimination & Retaliation
Selective representation in cases involving age discrimination, retaliation, and hostile work environments.
Partnership & Equity Disputes
Disputes involving ownership interests, departures from closely held firms, and buyout disagreements.
Approach
Identify leverage early. Apply it effectively.
Each matter is evaluated based on facts, documentation, and legal positioning. The objective is to identify leverage early and apply it effectively — whether through negotiation or litigation.
Matters are handled with the expectation that they may proceed to formal dispute if necessary.
Client Profile
Representation is typically provided to:
- Mid- to senior-level professionals
- Executives and managers
- Individuals with structured or performance-based compensation
- Employees navigating sensitive exits or disputes
30+ years licensed
Licensed as an attorney for over three decades.
High-stakes professional environments
Background includes advising clients in high-stakes financial and professional environments, with a working understanding of compensation structures, internal decision-making, and dispute dynamics.
Before You Take Action
Early decisions shape the outcome.
Employees often make critical decisions early in a dispute — signing agreements, responding to employer communications, or taking positions without a clear strategy. A timely consultation can help preserve options and improve overall positioning.
Request a Confidential ConsultationWhat to Expect When You Call
Speak directly with Mark.
Confidential, no-cost initial consultation. Early decisions matter.
- You will speak directly with me — not an intake service or intermediary
- We will go through what happened and where things stand
- I will give you a clear sense of the situation and next steps
- Confidential, no-cost initial consultation
- Timing matters — early decisions affect everything that follows