Employment Law Defense Associate

Employment Law Defense Associate (5-7 Years Experience)

Established Bergen County defense firm seeks a New Jersey-admitted attorney with 5-7 years of dedicated management-side labor and employment litigation experience for a full-time, in-office position.

Responsibilities:

- Independently defend employers against claims involving the NJ Law Against Discrimination (LAD), CEPA, wage/hour disputes, and federal Title VII/ADA/FMLA actions.

- Draft pleadings, substantive summary judgment motions, and appellate briefs.

- Conduct depositions, argue motions, and manage case files independently from inception through resolution.

Qualifications:

- Active NJ Bar admission required.

- 5-7 years of experience handling employment defense litigation.

- Proven track record of high-level motion practice.

- Exceptional legal writing skills and client-management capabilities.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Competitive base salary commensurate with defense experience.

- Comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with firm match, and performance-based bonuses.

- CLE tuition coverage and NJSBA annual dues reimbursement.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person