Brian Tiemann, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL
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Brian Tiemann is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Employment.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
About Brian Tiemann: Brian Tiemann is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Brian 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian Tiemann — employment lawyer in Chicago
Brian Tiemann is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Employment.
Brian J. Tiemann counsels public and private companies on a broad range of employee benefit matters, including matters related to pension plans, 401(k) plans and executive and incentive compensation. He advises plan fiduciaries with respect to their fiduciary duties, investment policies and alternative investments. He also advises multinational clients on global employee benefits matters, particularly with respect to global incentive compensation plans. Brian has extensive experience negotiating investment management agreements and service provider agreements.
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Working with Brian on a employment matter
Brian J. Tiemann counsels public and private companies on a broad range of employee benefit matters, including matters related to pension plans, 401(k) plans and executive and incentive compensation. He advises plan fiduciaries with respect to their fiduciary duties, investment policies and alternative investments. He also advises multinational clients on global employee benefits matters,…
Who Brian represents
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Virginia
J.D. · 2008
Brian studied at J.D. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law (2026).
Locations
Brian Tiemann's office in Chicago
Brian's primary office is at 444 West Lake Street, Chicago, Illinois, 60606-0029. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brian Tiemann
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How to hire Brian Tiemann — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian 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 Brian
Brian 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian'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 Brian Tiemann
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Brian'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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Brian 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 — Brian 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 Brian?
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. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new employment clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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