Hybrid Labor and Employment Law Attorney

On Call Counsel; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan coverage

401(k) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays

Longevity pay bonuses

Dental and vision plans

Job summary

On Call Counsel, a dynamic litigation firm, seeks an experienced Employment Law Attorney to join a hybrid role balancing remote work with in-office strategy sessions.

You will handle a diverse employment docket, including discrimination, wage-and-hour disputes, and provide compliance guidance to clients. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of civil litigation, NJ Bar, JD, and a proven track record in depositions, motions, and trial prep.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active, good-standing New Jersey Bar license.
• 5–7 years of civil litigation experience with a heavy focus on employment law.
• Proven track record in depositions, oral arguments, and trial preparation.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload across office and home environments.

Responsibilities

• Caseload Management: Independently drive a diverse litigation portfolio focused on employment matters (Title VII, ADA, FMLA, NJLAD, wage-and-hour, wrongful termination).
• Advocacy & Court Appearances: Represent clients in federal/state courts, agencies, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Depositions & Discovery: Conduct/defend complex depositions; draft targeted discovery plans for employment law.
• Motion Practice: Research and draft pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs.
• Strategy & Counseling: Advise clients on compliance, risk mitigation, and workplace policies.
• Settlement Negotiation: Value claims and negotiate optimal resolutions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Employment law

Oral advocacy

Depositions

Case management

Hybrid work model

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

New Jersey Bar

New York Bar (preferred)

Job description

An expanding, dynamic firm is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Litigation Attorney with a deep specialization in Employment Law. This is a hybrid position designed for a sharp litigator who balances the autonomy of remote work with the collaborative value of in-office strategy sessions.

We are looking for a skilled advocate who can step in on day one to champion our clients' cases across a wide range of workplace disputes, from discrimination and harassment to wage-and-hour compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Caseload Management: Independently drive a diverse litigation portfolio focused heavily on employment matters (Title VII, ADA, FMLA, NJLAD, wage and hour, and wrongful termination).
• Advocacy & Court Appearances: Represent clients aggressively and professionally in federal and state courts, administrative agencies, arbitrations, and mediation hearings.
• Depositions & Discovery: Conduct and defend complex depositions; draft and execute targeted discovery plans specific to employment law intricacies.
• Motion Practice: Conduct exhaustive legal research and author high-caliber pleadings, substantive motions, and appellate briefs.
• Strategy & Counseling: Formulate comprehensive, creative litigation strategies and advise corporate and individual clients on compliance, risk mitigation, and proactive workplace policies.
• Settlement Negotiation: Value claims accurately and execute skillful settlement strategies to secure optimal resolutions for clients.

Qualifications & Skills

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Bar Admission: Active, good-standing license to practice law in New Jersey.
• Experience: 5 to 7 years of general civil litigation experience, with a heavy, demonstrable focus on state and federal employment law.
• Litigation Mastery: Proven track record of handling depositions, oral arguments, and trial preparation independently.
• The Hybrid Workflow: Exceptional organizational skills, strict attention to detail, and the self-motivation required to manage a caseload effectively across both office and home environments.

Preferred:

Dual admission/active license to practice law in New York is a significant plus.

Benefits

We value the work our employees do and are committed to offering competitive pay along with access to benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and everyday life. Benefit availability varies based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and plan eligibility requirements.

Benefits available to eligible employees include health plan coverage, comprehensive medical options, group-rate dental and vision plans, prescription drug coverage, short-term disability, and a 401(k) plan. Employees can also access additional support and savings programs, including an Employee Assistance Program, childcare assistance, the Perks at Work employee discount program, paid holidays, and longevity pay bonuses.

Together, these offerings are designed to provide meaningful support while you build experience, earn income, and take on opportunities that fit your goals.

Company Overview

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.