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Associate Attorney - New Jersey

$130k - $170k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel has partnered with a growing California based law firm expanding into New Jersey, they are considered a powerhouse in the field of plaintiff's side wage-and-hour class action litigation. We are seeking a skilled Attorney to join their team, focusing on the prosecution of employment class and representative actions, involving wage-and-hour, unfair business practice, discrimination, and false advertising matters. The firm was recently named a Global Recognition Awards “Best Workplaces” winner for 2026.

Hiring Criteria

All qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

  • Candidates must be either
    • (a) licensed to practice law in New Jersey
    • (b) already licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction and pending admission to the New Jersey Bar.

  • The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in New Jersey and have 8+ years of experience in civil litigation, including experience with discovery in the civil litigation context, oral advocacy and appearing in Court, motion practice and taking/defending depositions.

  • Prior experience with class actions, complex litigation, and wage and hour litigation is a plus.

  • Candidates must be able to travel on occasion.

Pay: $130,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Opportunity for Performance Based Discretionary Bonus & Merit Increase

Work Location: Remote

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