Employment Litigation Attorney

Responsibilities

• Independently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related filings
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and other proceedings
• Handle matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, restrictive covenant matters, and other employment-related claims
• Advise and counsel employers on workplace issues, employment law compliance, personnel matters, and risk management strategies
• Manage discovery, motion practice, expert coordination, and case deadlines in both state and federal courts
• Develop litigation strategies, provide practical legal counsel, and maintain strong client relationships
• Collaborate with partners and clients to achieve favorable outcomes and deliver exceptional client service

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of employment litigation experience
• Admission to practice in New Jersey required; New York admission is a plus
• Experience handling matters in state and federal court
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and representing clients in mediations and arbitrations
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities
• Ability to independently manage an active caseload and prioritize competing deadlines
• Superior academic credentials and strong attention to detail
• Experience counseling employers on employment law compliance, workplace policies, and risk mitigation strategies preferred

Pay

Base Salary Range: $160,000-$195,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications.

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
• Competitive compensation
• Discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program
• Robust benefits offering for full-time employees