Employment Law Associate

Profile

A law firm seeks a proactive Associate with approximately five to seven years of experience in defense-side employment litigation to support its Florham Park, New Jersey, office in a hybrid capacity. This role focuses on guiding employers through complex workplace disputes and compliance matters, partnering closely with in-house human resources teams and senior attorneys. The firm, known for its collaborative culture and robust caseload, offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.

Duties

• Represent employers in litigation involving allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, disability accommodations, and related workplace claims

• Provide counsel on employer compliance issues, including leaves of absence, performance improvement plans, wage-and-hour regulations, and termination processes

• Draft, review, and update employee handbooks, personnel policies, and employment agreements

• Collaborate with senior partners and HR professionals to develop preventative strategies and training modules for management on employment-law risks

• Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motion practice, and attend depositions and hearings as needed

• Manage a personal caseload from inception through resolution, maintaining high standards of client communication and matter organization

Requirements

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience handling defense-oriented employment disputes in federal and state courts

• Demonstrated track record with discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and accommodation cases, plus familiarity advising on wage-and-hour and leave laws

• Proven ability to manage matters independently, exercise sound judgment, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Exceptional attention to detail and dedication to taking ownership of case strategy and client relationships

• Must be an active member in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar; admission in New York is strongly preferred

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

• Consistently strong academic performance (e.g., top of class, law review, moot court, or equivalent honors preferred)

Certifications

• Licensed to practice in New Jersey (required)

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in New York (preferred)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with option for Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Dental and vision insurance plans

• Life insurance and employee assistance program

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care

• 401(k) retirement plan with potential employer match

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Optional voluntary programs: accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, cancer, and pet insurance

• Commuter and transit benefit programs (where applicable)

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with clients and colleagues

• Advanced legal writing and research capabilities

• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify and mitigate employment-law risks

• Highly organized, able to juggle multiple matters and maintain accurate case records

• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset and eagerness to contribute to firm growth

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306