Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment / Commercial Litigation

Masis Staffing Solutions; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Masis Staffing Solutions in New Jersey seeks an experienced attorney to manage labor and employment litigation from inception to trial, working independently with strong writing and research abilities.

The role involves representing clients in court, drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and advising on strategy for depositions, motions, and settlements. NJ bar admission required; NY/PA a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in labor/employment and/or commercial litigation.
• Superior writing skills and strong research abilities.
• Ability to handle cases from inception and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients to provide day-to-day counseling on labor/employment issues.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies.

Skills

Labor/Employment litigation

Legal drafting

Research skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Candidates should have proven experience and the ability to handle cases from their inception and work independently. Candidates must have superior writing skills and strong research skills. Candidates must have experience in all aspects of litigation, including depositions, discovery, motion practice and court appearances.

About the Role

Candidates should have proven experience and the ability to handle cases from their inception and work independently, with superior writing skills, strong research skills, and experience in all aspects of litigation, including depositions, discovery, motion practice and court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Communicate directly with clients to provide day to day counseling regarding labor/employment related issues
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and client needs.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the NJ state bar association is required; NY and PA are a plus.

Required Skills

• Proven experience in labor/employment and/or commercial litigation is mandatory.
• Strong skills in legal drafting and research are essential for success in this role.