Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with experience in Labor & Employment matters to join its Newark, New Jersey office. The candidate should have at least 2 years of experience and be licensed to practice law in both New Jersey and New York. This role requires maintaining client confidentiality and a team-oriented approach.

Duties

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and attend hearings.
• Explain legal options to clients and highlight potential outcomes or threats.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Negotiate, research, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New York.
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.
• Proactive, knowledgeable, and attentive.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and effective.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook; experience with iManage and/or OneDrive is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New York.

Skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Effective communication and negotiation.
• Public speaking and relationship building.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Firm-paid bar expenses.
• HSA and FSA plans.
• 401K Plan.
• Company-provided life insurance up to $150k.
• Company-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
• Regular firmwide socials and events.
• Employee Assistance Program.