FLSA Litigation Attorney

Protouch Staffing; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, an established law firm, is seeking an experienced, results-driven Litigation Attorney to join its plaintiff-side wage-and-hour practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and wage-and-hour litigation or a strong background in complex civil litigation with the ability to independently manage cases, conduct depositions, argue motions, and negotiate settlements.

This is not a training position.

Qualifications

• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Substantial experience in FLSA or wage-and-hour litigation or complex civil litigation.
• Ability to independently manage cases, conduct depositions, and argue motions.

Responsibilities

• Manage FLSA collective actions and Rule 23 class actions from investigation through resolution.
• Develop litigation strategies and independently advance assigned cases.
• Conduct factual investigations and substantive client and witness interviews.
• Draft complaints, legal briefs, discovery requests, dispositive motions, and pretrial submissions.
• Take and defend depositions and argue motions before the court.
• Manage discovery, identify deficiencies, and pursue appropriate remedies.
• Analyze damages with support from experts and consultants.
• Prepare cases for mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial.
• Lead settlement discussions and negotiate favorable resolutions.
• Maintain timely, effective communication with clients.
• Contribute to thought leadership through legal articles, presentations, CLEs, and webinars.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines while maintaining high standards of preparation, accountability, and client service.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Job description

Summary

Our client, an established law firm, is seeking an experienced, results-driven Litigation Attorney to join its plaintiff-side wage-and-hour practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and wage-and-hour litigation or a strong background in complex civil litigation with the ability to independently manage cases, conduct depositions, argue motions, and negotiate settlements. This is not a training position. The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of matters from the outset, exercise sound legal judgment, and advance cases with minimal supervision. The practice focuses on representing employees in claims involving unpaid overtime, employee misclassification, off-the-clock work, unlawful pay practices, and other wage violations under federal and state law.

Summary

Our client, an established law firm, is seeking an experienced, results-driven Litigation Attorney to join its plaintiff-side wage-and-hour practice. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and wage-and-hour litigation or a strong background in complex civil litigation with the ability to independently manage cases, conduct depositions, argue motions, and negotiate settlements. This is not a training position. The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of matters from the outset, exercise sound legal judgment, and advance cases with minimal supervision. The practice focuses on representing employees in claims involving unpaid overtime, employee misclassification, off-the-clock work, unlawful pay practices, and other wage violations under federal and state law.

Responsibilties

• Manage FLSA collective actions and Rule 23 class actions from investigation through resolution.
• Develop litigation strategies and independently advance assigned cases.
• Conduct factual investigations and substantive client and witness interviews.
• Draft complaints, legal briefs, discovery requests, dispositive motions, and pretrial submissions.
• Take and defend depositions and argue motions before the court.
• Manage discovery, identify deficiencies, and pursue appropriate remedies.
• Analyze damages with support from experts and consultants.
• Prepare cases for mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial.
• Lead settlement discussions and negotiate favorable resolutions.
• Maintain timely, effective communication with clients.
• Contribute to thought leadership through legal articles, presentations, CLEs, and webinars.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines while maintaining high standards of preparation, accountability, and client service.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent case-management, analytical, and strategic decision-making abilities.
• Ability to independently manage litigation and make sound legal recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Excellent client communication and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, staff, clients, and expert consultants.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and a demonstrated sense of urgency.
• Commitment to ethical, client-centered advocacy.

Qualifications

• Active bar admission and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following areas:
• Substantial experience representing employees in FLSA or state wage-and-hour litigation.
• Meaningful involvement in collective certification, class certification, or related motion practice.
• Familiarity with damages analysis, payroll records, timekeeping data, and common wage-and-hour defenses.
• Ability to manage wage-and-hour matters independently with limited supervision.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Meaningful responsibility for significant litigation matters.
• Opportunities for leadership and professional growth.
• Collaborative environment with experienced attorneys and a skilled support team, including former Department of Justice and FBI personnel.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact through employee advocacy and wage-and-hour litigation.