Employment Attorney

About the Client:

Our client is a well-established, respected New Jersey-based law firm serving a diverse array of public and private sector clients. Renowned for its strength in public law and commitment to professional excellence, the firm fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture. Attorneys are empowered with autonomy while benefiting from firm-wide resources and mentorship. The organization values diversity, client service, and continuous professional growth.

About the Role:

This is a full-time, on-site position for an experienced Employment Attorney based in the Roseland, NJ office. Limited hybrid flexibility may be considered. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law and a passion for counseling employers on compliance, workplace investigations, and risk mitigation strategies. This is a high-impact role with significant client interaction, offering meaningful responsibility and room for career autonomy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise employers on a wide range of workplace issues including discipline, termination, accommodations, and wage and hour compliance
• Draft and review employment-related documents such as handbooks, employment agreements, and workplace policies
• Represent clients before state and local administrative agencies
• Conduct internal workplace investigations and offer strategic, risk-averse legal advice
• Provide guidance on employment law compliance and preventative best practices
• Support litigation-prevention efforts through sound legal counseling and documentation

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the State of New Jersey
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing employment law
• Proven experience advising employers and drafting employment-related documents
• Strong knowledge of federal and New Jersey employment laws and regulations
• Excellent analytical, communication, and legal writing skills

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off and retirement plan
• Employer-paid CLEs, bar dues, and professional memberships
• Onsite gym and collaborative work environment
• Limited hybrid schedule flexibility available