Employment Litigation Partner

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Employment Litigation Partner for its Hackensack, NJ office. This role offers a leadership opportunity for a motivated attorney with a strong background in labor and employment defense litigation. The candidate will join a nationally recognized firm and contribute to its dynamic team.

Duties

• Handle all aspects of labor and employment defense litigation from inception through resolution.
• Manage and supervise multiple attorneys and legal staff within a collaborative team environment.
• Defend employers in a broad range of employment matters, including wage and hour disputes, single-plaintiff and class/collective actions, and discrimination claims.
• Conduct and oversee appearances in both Federal and State courts.
• Represent clients in investigations and proceedings before the U.S. Department of Labor, EEOC, and state and local human rights agencies.
• Provide strategic counseling and risk management advice to clients on employment-related matters.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to the continued growth of the practice group.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of employment litigation defense experience.
• Significant experience handling wage and hour matters and employment class actions.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, and management experience.
• Strong litigation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience managing complex employment matters in both Federal and State courts.
• Admission to practice in New Jersey required.
• Portable business is welcomed but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New Jersey State Bar.

Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Exceptional client service commitment.
• Strategic litigation experience.

Benefits

• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement.
• Collaborative, team-first culture with open communication and support.
• Sophisticated and impactful work with nationally recognized clients.
• Strong infrastructure and administrative support.
• Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• A collegial environment focused on long-term success and professional development.

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