Employment Litigation Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Attorney for its Hackensack, NJ office. The successful candidate will join a dynamic Labor and Employment practice group, representing employers in complex employment matters across various industries.

Duties

• Independently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Handle matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other employment-related claims.
• Advise employers on workplace issues and employment law compliance.
• Manage discovery, motion practice, and case deadlines in state and federal courts.
• Develop litigation strategies and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of employment litigation experience.
• Admission to practice in New Jersey required; New York admission is a plus.
• Experience handling matters in state and federal court.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions and conducting depositions.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Ability to independently manage an active caseload and prioritize deadlines.

Education

• Superior academic credentials preferred.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in New Jersey.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience counseling employers on employment law compliance preferred.

Benefits

• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities.

This nationwide firm is known for practicing in a wide range of areas including Employment and Labor Law, Real Estate, Insurance, Financial Services, Class Action, Construction Law, Intellectual Property, Data Privacy, and many others. This firm has earned numerous recognitions for its professional achievements and excellence. For over three decades, the firm has grown to 13 offices throughout the United States and over 180 attorneys. The highly experienced and skilled attorneys come from diverse backgrounds and provide clients with the most innovative and cost-effective solutions. Committed to diversity, the firm recruits lawyers and legal professionals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences. The firm offers competitive compensation with a full benefits package and an opportunity for an annual bonus. Fostering a collaborative environment, the firm provides the opportunity to build the career, relationships, and reputation every employee desires.,In addition, the firm encourages all lawyers to take active leadership roles in various professional organizations.