Tobias E. Schlueter

A knowledgeable and steady hand through a complex employment dispute

Our mid-sized manufacturing company faced a challenging wrongful termination lawsuit from a former executive, and we turned to Tobias Schlueter at Ogletree Deakins. From our first consultation, it was clear his 23 years of experience in employment law, particularly on the management side, would be invaluable. He deftly navigated the complexities of our case, which involved sensitive internal communications and evolving COVID-19 workplace policies—an area where his specific recognition was particularly reassuring. Mr. Schlueter’s strategy was meticulous; he prepared us thoroughly for depositions and his deep understanding of Illinois employment law, honed since his graduation from John Marshall Law School, gave our leadership team immense confidence. While his expertise is top-tier and his guidance was always precise, there were occasional periods where communication lagged by a day or two during particularly busy stretches, which our internal team noted. That said, the outcome was excellent. He secured a very favorable settlement for us without the need for a protracted trial, protecting our company’s reputation and resources. We would certainly engage his services again for complex employment matters.