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Aimee E. Delaney

Aimee E. Delaney

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"Labor and employment issues don’t arise in a vacuum; neither should dispute-prevention and resolution efforts. I help clients identify risks, and develop plans to avoid future problems."

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Aimee E. Delaney

Partner

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"Labor and employment issues don’t arise in a vacuum; neither should dispute-prevention and resolution efforts. I help clients identify risks, and develop plans to avoid future problems."

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Aimee E. Delaney

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About Aimee

Aimee counsels employers on all aspects of the employment relationship, providing tailored solutions for employee-related issues. She assists human resources professionals, managers, and in-house counsel on matters such as labor-management relations, background checks, family medical leave and disability, misclassification, employee misconduct, performance management, separation, and disciplinary measures.

Aimee also defends employers in litigation related to federal and state statutes, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the Illinois Human Rights Act.

Aimee serves on Hinshaw's Executive and Management Committees and previously led the firm’s Labor & Employment Practice.

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Experience

  • Successfully negotiated a three-year labor contract for an Illinois School District covering the largest bargaining unit with over 500 certified staff.
  • Led negotiations for a three-year labor contract for professional and support staff of a county elected official.
  • Conducted an independent investigation for a Fortune 500 company into complaints of sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
  • Led an independent investigation for an international consulting firm into complaints of sexual harassment and retaliation.

Recognition

  • Illinois Super Lawyers, 2014 – 2026; Rising Star, 2008 – 2010, 2012 – 2013
  • Attorney Intel, 25 Notable Attorneys of Illinois, 2023
  • Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and Chicago Lawyer, Salute! Women in Law, Honoree, 2021; 40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty to Watch, 2011
  • Crain's Chicago Business, Notable Gen X Leader in Law, 2019
  • Leading Lawyer, Employment Law, 2013 – 2015
  • Jury Verdict Reporter, Trial Lawyer Excellence Award, 2012

Credentials

Education

  • Cornell University, Cornell University Labor Relations Certificate, Collective Bargaining, 2015
  • Loyola University Chicago School of Law, JD, 1998
  • University of Iowa, BA, 1995

Bar Admissions

  • Illinois

Court Admissions

  • US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • US District Court for the District of Colorado
  • US District Court for the Central District of Illinois
  • US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
  • US District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • US District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin

Thought Leadership

Presentations

  • Co-Presenter, "Annual Labor & Employment Update for the Illinois Senior Living Provider," LeadingAge Illinois, Schaumburg, Illinois, July 14, 2026
  • "Anatomy of an HR Investigation: The Do’s and Don’ts for Compliance," LeadingAge Illinois, Schaumburg, Illinois, July 14, 2026
  • Co-Presenter, "The Future of Work: Embracing Generative AI For Workplace Innovation," The Knowledge Group eLearning Hub, CLE Webinar, June 8, 2026
  • "Labor Law Update," Illinois Association of Community Care Program Homecare Providers (IACCPHP), Webinar, April 20, 2026

  • Co-Presenter, "Skilled Nursing Facilities Bootcamp," LeadingAge Illinois, Naperville, Illinois, October 21, 2025

Interests

Did you know...

Aimee is an adjunct professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law and the daughter of long-time educators. Had she not chosen to become a lawyer, she likely would have pursued a teaching career.

Thought Leadership

Presentations

  • Co-Presenter, "Annual Labor & Employment Update for the Illinois Senior Living Provider," LeadingAge Illinois, Schaumburg, Illinois, July 14, 2026
  • "Anatomy of an HR Investigation: The Do’s and Don’ts for Compliance," LeadingAge Illinois, Schaumburg, Illinois, July 14, 2026
  • Co-Presenter, "The Future of Work: Embracing Generative AI For Workplace Innovation," The Knowledge Group eLearning Hub, CLE Webinar, June 8, 2026
  • "Labor Law Update," Illinois Association of Community Care Program Homecare Providers (IACCPHP), Webinar, April 20, 2026

  • Co-Presenter, "Skilled Nursing Facilities Bootcamp," LeadingAge Illinois, Naperville, Illinois, October 21, 2025

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