Joseph Mulherin

Employment Law - Management

3.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

23+ years experience

McDermott Will & Schulte

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

312-372-2000

https://www.mwe.com/people/joseph-k-mulherin/

444 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60606-0029

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Bio

Joseph Mulherin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management.Joseph, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joseph Mulherin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management.Joseph, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joseph Mulherin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management. Joseph, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Employment Law - Management

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024

Education

Pepperdine University, J.D., graduated 2002

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Reviews

Michael Lee

3 months ago

A competent attorney with some communication delays

I hired Joseph Mulherin of McDermott Will & Schulte to advise my small business on a complex employee termination and severance agreement. His deep experience in Employment Law - Management was evident; his analysis of the legal risks was thorough and his drafted documents were impeccable. It's clear why he's recognized by Best Lawyers in this field. However, my experience was a mixed bag. While the final work product was solid, there were noticeable delays in email responses, sometimes taking several business days. This created some anxiety during a time-sensitive process. Additionally, for a firm of this caliber, I expected more proactive updates rather than having to follow up. For straightforward, high-stakes employment matters, Joseph's 23 years of practice and Pepperdine education make him a safe choice. Just be prepared to manage your expectations regarding communication cadence and take the initiative to stay in the loop.