Hybrid Labor and Employment Law Attorney

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 offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

EOE:
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.

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