Employment Law Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance-based bonuses

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading law firm in Fort Lee, NJ is seeking an Employment Law Associate Attorney. The role involves managing cases, drafting legal documents, and providing client counsel. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of employment law experience and an active NJ Bar license. This position offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of employment law experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and NJ employment statutes.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment law cases from intake through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Provide counsel to clients on compliance with state and federal employment laws.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Knowledge of NJ employment statutes

Job description

About the job Employment Law Associate Attorney

Pay: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year. **Note, for more experience attorneys, salaries above this will be considered**

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Fort Lee, NJ office.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have an active NJ Bar license and at least 2 years of employment law experience.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading law firm based in Fort Lee, NJ, recognized for its dedication to both individuals and businesses in matters of employment law. They are known for their client-focused advocacy, strong litigation results, and a collaborative team culture.

Job Description

• Manage employment law cases from intake through resolution
• Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal memoranda
• Conduct and defend depositions, attend mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings
• Provide counsel to clients on compliance with state and federal employment laws
• Handle cases involving discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, and retaliation claims
• Collaborate with colleagues while independently managing your own caseload
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and courts

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of employment law experience
• Strong knowledge of federal and NJ employment statutes (e.g., Title VII, ADA, FMLA, NJLAD, CEPA)
• Litigation and courtroom experience preferred
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected firm with a growing employment law practice
• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k, PTO, and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Chance to advocate on impactful cases that make a difference for employees and employers