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Employment and Labor Of Counsel (Hybrid in Newark, NJ) ( Full-Time )
Location : Hybrid schedule in Newark, New Jersey
Salary : $250K - $280K Salary
Must Haves
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required.
- Admission to the New York Bar preferred; if not currently admitted, must be eligible and willing to waive in immediately.
- Minimum of 10 years of employment and labor law experience, including significant litigation and counseling experience representing management.
- Proven ability to manage complex matters independently and work collaboratively with clients and colleagues.
My Client seeks a highly experienced employment and labor of counsel attorney to join our firm. The ideal candidate will have at least ten (10) years of experience counseling and litigating on behalf of employers in a broad range of employment law matters. This attorney will work closely with the Department Chair.
Responsibilities
Advise and partner with business clients on day-to-day employment issues, including compliance, performance management, terminations, and internal investigations.Defend employers in federal and state courts, as well as before administrative agencies, in matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and other employment-related claims.Litigate and counsel clients on issues related to trade secrets, restrictive covenants, and employee mobility, including prosecuting and defending misappropriation and non‑compete claims.Develop and implement strategies to minimize legal risk and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.Draft and review employment agreements, separation agreements, restrictive covenant provisions, and workplace policies.Provide training and thought leadership on evolving employment law developments.Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required.Admission to the New York Bar preferred; if not currently admitted, must be eligible and willing to waive in immediately.Minimum of 10 years of employment and labor law experience, including significant litigation and counseling experience representing management.Proven ability to manage complex matters independently and work collaboratively with clients and colleagues.Strong analytical, communication, and client relationship skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr