Asher, Gittler & D'Alba represents clients with a broad range of work-related issues. Each of our practice areas, listed below, includes 'sub-areas' that illustrate the kinds of issues that arise under that practice area. People facing problems or transitions at work may well recognize their situations in one or more of the sub-areas under these practice areas.
For more information about all our practice areas, click on the links below.
Asher, Gittler & D'Alba represents clients with a broad range of work-related issues. Each of our practice areas, listed below, includes 'sub-areas' that illustrate the kinds of issues that arise under that practice area. People facing problems or transitions at work may well recognize their situations in one or more of the sub-areas under these practice areas.
For more information about all our practice areas, click on the links below.
Recognition
Two AGD Attorneys Once Again Recognized in 2025 List of Best Lawyers in America®
Asher, Gittler & D'Alba is proud to have two of its attorneys recognized in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Joel D'Alba has appeared on this list since 1993 and was recognized for the categories of Employment Law - Individuals, Labor Law - Union, and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Margaret Angelucci has appeared on this list since 2008 and was recognized for the categories of Employment Law - Individuals, and Labor Law - Union.
Margaret Angelucci Recognized in 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers
Margaret Angelucci was selected for inclusion in the "2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers" guide. The 2024 Lawdragon guide was created through nominations and independent journalistic research vetted by peers and adversaries.
Asher, Gittler & D'Alba Recognized in 2024's Best Law Firms® Rankings by Best Lawyers
November 2, 2023
In its 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®, Best Lawyers again awarded Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. a Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Employment Law, Labor Law, and Labor and Employment Litigation. Best Lawyers also awarded the firm a Tier 2 ranking at the National level for Labor and Employment Litigation.
Two AGD Attorneys Recognized in 2024 List of Best Lawyers in America®
Asher, Gittler & D'Alba is proud to have two of its attorneys recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Joel D'Alba has appeared on this list since 1993 and was recognized for the categories of Employment Law - Individuals, Labor Law - Union, and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Margaret Angelucci has appeared on this list since 2008 and was recognized for the categories of Employment Law - Individuals, and Labor Law - Union.
Margaret Angelucci Recognized in 2023 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment & Civil Rights Lawyers
Margaret Angelucci was selected for inclusion in the "2023 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment & Civil Rights Lawyers" guide. The 2023 Lawdragon guide was created through nominations and independent journalistic research vetted by peers and adversaries.
Joel D'Alba Selected to Receive 2023 Arvid Anderson Public Sector Labor and Employment Attorney of the Year Award
Joel D'Alba has been selected to receive the 2023 Arvid Anderson Public Sector Labor and Employment Attorney of the Year Award. This prestigious award recognizes an attorney whose entire career has substantially contributed to the development of public sector labor law. The award will be presented to Joel in November at the ABA Section of Labor and Employment Law's 17th Annual Section Conference in Seattle, Washington.
Three AGD Attorneys Recognized in 2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Joel D'Alba and Margaret Angelucci have once again been selected to the 2023 Illinois Super Lawyers list. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor. Joel has been recognized on the Super Lawyers list from 2005-2023, and Margaret from 2010-2023. In addition, Matt Pierce has again been selected to the 2023 Illinois Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor. Matt has appeared on the Rising Stars list since 2021.
Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys. The Super Lawyers lists are published nationwide in Super Lawyers Magazines and in leading city and regional magazines and newspapers across the country.
Asher, Gittler & D'Alba Recognized in 2023's Best Law Firms from US News & World Report and Best Lawyers
In the 2023 edition of "Best Law Firms," U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers again awarded Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. a Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Employment Law, Labor Law, and Labor and Employment Litigation. Additionally, Best Lawyers recognized Joel D'Alba and Margaret Angelucci in its 2023 list of the "Best Lawyers in America" for Illinois. Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. Only 5.3% of attorneys in the country were selected for this honor.
Two AGD Attorneys Selected for 2022 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment & Civil Rights Lawyers
Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were selected for inclusion in the "2022 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment & Civil Rights Lawyers" guide. The 2022 Lawdragon guide was created through nominations and independent journalistic research vetted by peers and adversaries.
Five AGD Attorneys Recognized in 2022 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci, and Ryan Hagerty have once again been selected to the 2022 Illinois Super Lawyers list. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor. Joel has been recognized on the Super Lawyers list from 2005-2022, Margaret from 2010-2022, and Ryan from 2016-2022.
In addition, Amanda Clark and Matt Pierce have again been selected to the 2022 Illinois Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor. Amanda and Matt have both appeared on the Rising Stars list since 2021.
Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys. The Super Lawyers lists are published nationwide in Super Lawyers Magazines and in leading city and regional magazines and newspapers across the country.
Four AGD Attorneys Recognized as "Leading Lawyers" and "Emerging Lawyers" for 2022
Leading Lawyers, a division of Law Bulletin Media, has recognized Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci, and Ryan Hagerty as "Leading Lawyers" for 2022. Additionally, Amanda Clark was recognized as an "Emerging Lawyer" for 2022.
Those attorneys recognized as Leading Lawyers have been recommended by their peers to be among the top lawyers in their areas of practice, and less than 5% of all lawyers licensed in Illinois have received the distinction of Leading Lawyer. Emerging Lawyers have been identified by their peers to be among the top lawyers who are age 40 or younger or have practiced for no more than 10 years. Less than 2% of all lawyers licensed in Illinois have received the distinction of Emerging Lawyer.
Best Law Firms 2022 from US News & World Report and Best Lawyers
In the 2022 edition of "Best Law Firms," U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers again awarded Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. a Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Employment Law, Labor Law, and Labor and Employment Litigation. Additionally, Best Lawyers recognized Joel D'Alba and Margaret Angelucci in its 2022 list of the "Best Lawyers in America" for Illinois.
2021 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment & Civil Rights Lawyers
Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were selected for inclusion in the "2021 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment & Civil Rights Lawyers" guide. The 2021 Lawdragon guide was created through nominations and independent journalistic research vetted by peers and adversaries.
Five Asher, Gittler & D'Alba Attorneys Recognized in 2021 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci, and Ryan Hagerty have been selected to the 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers list. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor. Joel has been recognized on the Super Lawyers list from 2005-2021, Margaret from 2010-2021, and Ryan from 2016-2021.
In addition, Amanda Clark and Matt Pierce have been selected to the 2021 Illinois Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor.
Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes a statewide survey of lawyers, an independent research evaluation of candidates and peer reviews by practice area. The result is a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of exceptional attorneys. The Super Lawyers lists are published nationwide in Super Lawyers Magazines and in leading city and regional magazines and newspapers across the country.
Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers 2020
In November, 2020, Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers(c) again awarded Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. a Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Employment Law, Labor Law and Labor and Employment Litigation. Best Law Firms also awarded the firm a Tier 2 ranking at the National level for Labor and Employment Litigation.
Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty recognized as "Leading Lawyers" for 2020
Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were again identified as "Leading Lawyers" in Illinois for 2020.
2020 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment Lawyers
In October, 2020, Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were selected for inclusion in the "2020 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment Lawyers" guide.
Amanda Clark recognized as "Emerging Lawyer" for 2020
Amanda Clark was again identified by Leading Lawyers as an "Emerging Lawyer" in the categories of Employment Law (Employee) and Labor Law (Union) for 2020. Emerging Lawyers have been identified by their peers to be among the top lawyers who are age 40 or younger unless they have practiced for no more than 10 years. Less than 2% of all lawyers licensed in each state have received the distinction of Emerging Lawyer.
Super Lawyers 2020
In January, 2020, Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were again recognized as Illinois "Super Lawyers." Only 5% of attorneys in Illinois receive this distinction. Joel has been recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2005-2020, Margaret from 2010-2020, and Ryan from 2016-2020.
Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers 2019
In November, 2019, Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers(c) again awarded Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. a Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Employment Law, Labor Law and Labor and Employment Litigation. Best Law Firms also awarded the firm a Tier 2 ranking at the National level for Labor and Employment Litigation.
Super Lawyers 2019
In January, 2019, Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were again recognized as "Super Lawyers" in the 2019 edition of Illinois Super Lawyer Magazine.
Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty recognized as "Leading Lawyers" for 2019
In December, 2018, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were recognized as Leading Lawyers for 2019 by Leading Lawyers Magazine. The distinction of being a Leading Lawyer has been earned by fewer than 5% of all licensed lawyers in Illinois. Recognized Leading Lawyers must be recommended by their peers and approved by the Leading Lawyers Advisory Board.
Amanda Clark Recognized by Law Bulletin Media
In August 2018, Amanda Clark was identified by Law Bulletin Media as being selected by her Leading Lawyer peers as an "Emerging Lawyer" in the categories of Employment Law (Employee) and Labor Law (Union). The distinction of being an Emerging Lawyer has been earned by fewer than 2% of all lawyers licensed to practice law in Illinois.
Super Lawyers 2018
In January, 2018, Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were again recognized as "Super Lawyers" in the 2018 edition of Illinois Super Lawyer Magazine.
Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers 2018
In November, 2018, Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers(c) again awarded Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. a Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Employment Law, Labor Law and Labor and Employment Litigation. Best Law Firms also awarded the firm a Tier 2 ranking at the National level for Labor and Employment Litigation.
Leading Lawyers Magazine
2018 - Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were recognized as leading lawyers in the August 2018 edition of "Leading Lawyers Magazine" for their work on behalf of labor unions.
Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers
In November, 2017, Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers(c) awarded Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. a Chicago Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking in Employment Law, Labor Law and Labor and Employment Litigation. Best Law Firms also awarded the firm a Tier 2 ranking at the National level for Labor and Employment Litigation.
Super Lawyers 2017
Super Lawyers 2017 - In January, 2017, Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were again recognized as "Super Lawyers" in the 2017 edition of Illinois Super Lawyer Magazine.
Super Lawyers 2016
Super Lawyers 2016 - In January, 2016, Joel D'Alba, Margaret Angelucci and Ryan Hagerty were recognized as "Super Lawyers" in the 2016 edition of Illinois Super Lawyer Magazine.
Ryan Hagerty Identified by Law Bulletin Media
In November 2017, Ryan Hagerty was identified by Law Bulletin Media as being selected by his peers as a "Leading Lawyer" in the categories Employment (employee) and Labor (union) law.
Best Lawyers in America© 2016 Edition
Margaret Angelucci was selected by her peers for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America© 2016 Edition in the areas of "Employment Law - Individuals", and "Labor Law - Union."
Best Law Firms 2016
Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers© has awarded Asher, Gittler & D’Alba, Ltd., a Tier 1 Ranking in their 2016 edition.
On December 9, 2015, Asher, Gittler & D'Alba, Ltd. was recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as a U.S Top Ranked Firm for having one of every three attorneys achieve an AV Preeminent Rating.
An AV Preeminent Rating is a significant rating accomplishment and a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence. The attorneys having an AV Preeminent Rating include Joel A. D'Alba, Robert B. Greenberg and Barry Collins. Only 2,513 firms in the country have attained this rating.
Emerging Lawyer Magazine 2016
Emerging Lawyer Magazine 2016 - Ryan Hagerty was recognized as an "Emerging Lawyer" by Emerging Lawyer Magazine, which recognizes the top lawyers in Illinois who are age 40 or younger or who have practiced 10 or fewer years.
LERA Distinguished Service Award
On December 9, 2015 the Chicago Chapter of LERA (The Labor and Employment Relations Association) presented Joel D’Alba with their Distinguished Service Award for his “strong advocacy and …long standing service to the (labor and employment) field and profession.” LERA is a national association of labor and employment professionals dedicated to education and practice in labor and employment law, compensation and benefits, human resources, academic research, etc.
2015 Lawyer of the Year
Margaret Angelucci was named the Best Lawyers® 2015 “Lawyer of the Year” in Chicago in the category “Labor Law - Union”.
Super Lawyers & Rising Stars
On January 12, 2015, Marvin Gittler, Joel D'Alba, and Margaret Angelucci were again recognized as "Super Lawyers" in the 2015 edition of Illinois Super Lawyer Magazine. Further, on the same date, Ryan Hagerty was again selected for inclusion in the "2015 Illinois Rising Stars" list.
Best Law Firm 2015
Asher, Gittler & D’Alba, Ltd. was again ranked as a “Best Law Firm” on national and local levels in the 2015 edition of Best Law Firms from US News and World Report and Best Lawyers.
Distinguished Counselor Recognition
On November 20, 2014, Robert B. Greenberg was recognized by the Illinois State Bar Association as a “Distinguished Counselor” for providing 50 years of service to the bar.
Margaret Angelucci inducted as Fellow
On November 8, 2014, Margaret Angelucci was inducted as a Fellow to the distinguished College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. http://www.laborandemploymentcollege.org/