Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Berkeley Heights, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law and will be responsible for defending and litigating employment-related lawsuits, providing legal counsel to employers, and representing clients in various legal proceedings.

Duties:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.

Requirements:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of legal experience, with a strong background in employment law preferred.
• Current California Bar admission is in good standing.
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Current California Bar admission is in good standing.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of employment and labor law.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Litigation and courtroom experience.
• Mediation and arbitration skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Time management and project management.
• Attention to detail.
• Professionalism and teamwork.