Employment Litigation Attorney job in Summit at Michael Page

The NJ office of my law firm client is seeking an attorney to join their employment litigation practice at the mid or senior level.

Client Details

My client is a full-service mid-sized firm in Summit, New Jersey offering a distinct emphasis on personal and professional development.

Description

The ideal candidate should have experience handling certain aspects of litigation such as interviewing witnesses, reviewing electronically stored documents, drafting pleadings and various motions and briefs, conducting and defending depositions, interacting with clients and opposing counsel, and attending court appearances.

This position requires knowledge of federal and state labor & employment laws (e.g., wage and hour, trade secret law, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, ADEA, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and similar state laws).

Profile

• Experience providing advice and counsel on workplace law issues, including wage and hour, employee relations, mitigation of risk, ADA and other workplace accommodation, employment agreements, reductions-in-force, and employment-related policies is also beneficial
• Candidates must possess strong academic credentials and have excellent communication and writing skills
• Juris Doctorate degree required
• Admission to practice law in NJ or NY is mandatory

Job Offer

Excellent work/life balance (1500 billable hour minimum), paired with an unparalleled commitment to personal and professional development. My client also offers a hybrid environment.

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