Employment Litigation Associate

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Salary: $175,000 - $220,000 per year

We are an NY state-based law firm with offices along the east coast.

• Competitive comp
• Great benefits
• Amazing reputation

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Employment Litigation Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law in New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling a wide range of employment-related disputes and litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in all aspects of employment litigation, including but not limited to wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, and employment contract disputes.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to prepare compelling legal arguments and strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, conducting depositions, and preparing witnesses.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Provide strategic advice and counsel to clients on employment law matters.
• Stay current with changes in employment laws and regulations affecting clients.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New Jersey State Bar with active and good standing status.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing employment law, with a focus on litigation.
• Proven track record of successfully managing employment litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in employment litigation.
• Familiarity with federal employment laws (e.g., Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA) and New Jersey employment statutes.
• Prior experience in alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation and arbitration.

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