What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Counselor position at Jackson Lewis P.C.?
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled attorney to join our team as a Litigation Associate.
The ideal candidate will have a JD from an ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials, and 4 years of employment or commercial litigation experience.
A strong employment law background is highly preferred, and the candidate must be currently admitted to the NJ Bar in good standing.
About This Role
This position involves advising, counseling, and training employers on various employment and labor law issues.
You will represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
- Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
Requirements
- JD from ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials.
- 4 years of employment or commercial litigation experience.
- Employment law background strongly preferred.
- Current NJ Bar admission in good standing.
- Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
- Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.
EEO Policy
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.
