Employment Lawyer

McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Vision

Short and long-term disability

Dental

Employee assistance program

Bar fees coverage

CLE expenses coverage

Professional membership dues

Business development support

Job summary

McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC seeks a skilled Employment Attorney with 5+ years of experience in Roseland, New Jersey. The attorney will counsel clients on discipline, leaves, wage-and-hour issues, discrimination, accommodations, and employee relations, and may represent clients before administrative agencies.

The role includes drafting policies, agreements, and conducting internal investigations. The firm emphasizes public/private sector practice in NJ and offers a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of employment law experience with counseling employers on workplace issues.
• Admission to practice in New Jersey is required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and New Jersey employment laws and practical application.
• Experience with employment litigation, administrative agency matters, or workplace investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients on discipline, termination, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, discrimination, accommodations, and employee relations.
• Represent clients before state and local administrative agencies when needed.
• Draft and review employment policies, employment agreements, and separation agreements.
• Assist with internal investigations and related employment matters.

Skills

Employment law

Client counseling

NJ Bar admission

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Job description

McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC is seeking a skilled and motivated Employment Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join its team. This is an opportunity for an attorney who is ready to take meaningful responsibility, work directly with clients, and provide practical, strategic guidance on a broad range of workplace issues. The attorney will counsel clients on matters involving discipline, termination, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, discrimination, accommodations, employee relations, and related employment matters. The role may also include representing clients before state and local administrative agencies, drafting and reviewing employment policies, employment agreements, and separation agreements, and assisting with internal investigations.

Firm Description:

Located in Roseland, MS&B is a law firm focused on NJ serving both governmental and private sector clients. Our firm practices in the areas of public finance, redevelopment, land use, litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and restructuring and bankruptcy. Founded in 1971, the firm brings a unique ability to bridge both public and private sectors. At MS&B, we are committed to equal employment opportunities and support a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant and well-respected firm and work at the intersection of public and private sectors. We offer competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes medical insurance, an employer-funded health savings account, life insurance, vision, short and long-term disability, dental, employee assistance program, firm-paid critical illness plan, a retirement savings plan, and an onsite gym. The Firm covers the cost of bar fees, professional membership dues, continuing legal education (CLE) expenses as well as business development to support ongoing professional growth and compliance requirements.

Employee Impact and Success:

At MS&B, our commitment to Employee Impact & Success (EI&S) reflects the way we work, collaborate and deliver results for our clients. We recruit and cultivate exceptional candidates to build a high-quality team and make a conscious effort to retain and strengthen a workplace grounded in respect, professional development, and open communication. This approach strengthens our internal culture and enhances our ability to understand and respond to the needs of our clients and the communities we serve.

Salary Range:

$130-$200k. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall work background.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant employment experience, including counseling employers on workplace issues.
• Admission to practice in New Jersey.
• Strong knowledge of federal and New Jersey employment laws and the ability to apply that knowledge in a practical, client-focused manner.
• Experience with employment litigation, administrative agency matters, or workplace investigations is preferred.
• Excellent judgment, strong writing and communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a genuine interest in building trusted client relationships.