Attorney at Law

Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

401K Plan

Year-end bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A national litigation firm located in Newark, New Jersey, is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Labor & Employment law. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience and be licensed in both New Jersey and New York. The role involves developing case strategies, communicating legal options to clients, and building professional relationships. The firm offers competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including health, 401K, and bonuses.

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years’ experience in Labor & Employment matters.
• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New York.
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.
• Self-motivated with a track record of meeting billable hours goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and attend hearings.
• Build relationships with clients.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

iManage

OneDrive

Job description

Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with thirty-nine offices in twenty-one states. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Labor & Employment matters to join our growing Newark, New Jersey office. The ideal candidate has at least 2+ years’ experience and is licensed to practice law in both New Jersey and New York states. This individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented.

FMG’s Labor and Employment Law Section attorneys are nationally recognized and have defended employment claims in more than 45 states for all types of public and private employers. We provide employers with practical and sound preventative advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy
• Prepare and respond to discovery
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings
• Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention.
• Build relationships with clients
• Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• In good standing and able to practice law in the states of New Jersey and New York
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.
• Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals
• Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive.
• Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver.
• Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals.
• Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail oriented, organized and effective.
• Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.
• Speaking and writing opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Bar expenses paid by Firm.
• HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.
• 401K Plan.
• Company provided life insurance up to $150k.
• Company paid long-term disability coverage.
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
• Regular, firmwide socials and events.
• Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

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