Associate Attorney - Litigation - Employment Law

Job Description

Job Description

This is an IN-OFFICE position in Newark, New Jersey.

Compensation: $100,000 base + 10% in year one, then 1/3 of attorney’s fees on your cases thereafter. Strong six-figure potential. Most attorneys here earn between $150,000–$600,000 annually. Some make 7 figures.

We’re hiring a hungry, driven attorney who’s ready to hit the ground running and grow with one of the top plaintiff-side employment law firms state-wide. If you have a fire in your belly and know how to move cases, you'll make serious money here.

We’re expanding rapidly and need an attorney ready to take ownership, handle their own caseload (est. 40+), and lead with confidence. No micromanaging here. We trust you to do the job you were hired to do. You’ll be supported by a paralegal and have the opportunity to work alongside seasoned litigators who've secured multi-million-dollar results.

About Us:

With offices in New York, California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Florida, Washington DC, we’re a nationally recognized civil rights and employment firm representing workers in sexual harassment, discrimination, wage and hour, and whistleblower matters.

Who We’re Looking For:

Licensed and in good standing in New Jersey and admitted to federal court

Experience in employment law (plaintiff or defense)

Experience with one or more of the following:

Sexual harassment

Discrimination (race, gender, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, etc.)

Retaliation / whistleblower claims

Wage and hour (FLSA/overtime)

Comfortable working cases from intake through discovery and trial

Negotiation and litigation skills are a major plus

Must be personable, assertive and ready to advocate for our clients

Trial experience is a BIG advantage

Spanish speaking is a plus, but not required

What We Offer:

$100,000 base salary + 10% on your cases in Year 1 OR 1/3 of attorneys’ fees on your cases off the bat

After Year 1: 1/3 of attorneys’ fees on your cases

Most attorneys here earn between $150,000–$600,000 annually

Paralegal assigned to support you

Opportunity to pro hac vice in other states we have offices in

You will receive 50% of the firm’s fee on hourly matters on cases you sign up such as: severance agreement reviews, employment contract negotiations, employee handbook creation and compliance reviews and other contract-based services;

50% Health insurance coverage after 6 months

If you're ready to build your reputation in employment law and join a firm that rewards independence and hustle, we want to hear from you.