Employment Law Associate Attorney
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
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
Job description
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
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