Associate (Labor & Employment)

Connell Foley LLP is seeking an attorney with 4-6 years of experience to join its Labor and Employment practice group. Candidates must be licensed and admitted in good standing in New Jersey and/or New York. Qualified candidates must have prior experience handling matters specific to employment and/or labor law litigation.Job Requirements:JD from an ABA accredited law school with excellent academic credentials;Substantial litigation experience, preferably representing employers in employment-related disputes.Comfortable independently managing cases from inception through resolution.Confident appearing in court, handling conferences, and presenting oral arguments.Experience drafting and arguing dispositive and other substantive motions.Ability to independently take and defend depositions.Experience managing discovery, preparing witnesses, and participating in mediations and arbitrations.Meaningful trial preparation experience; trial experience is a plus.Ability to assess cases strategically, identify potential defenses, and develop litigation strategies.Strong written and oral advocacy skills, sound judgment, and confidence interacting directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.Ability to supervise junior attorneys and work collaboratively with the Chair of the Labor & Employment Litigation Group.Experience defending discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage-and-hour claims strongly preferred.Ability to work well independently as well as effectively and collaboratively within a team setting;Excellent interpersonal skills, problem solving and oral and written communication skills;Desire to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position and substantive area evolves; andMulti-task and manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.Connell Foley LLP offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including 401(k), medical and dental coverage, and paid time off.Exact compensation based on experience.Connell Foley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Company OverviewSince 1938, our firm has been dedicated to serving clients, employees, and the community with unwavering integrity and excellence. Our diverse team of legal professionals provides comprehensive legal services across a wide spectrum of practice areas, supporting a broad range of clients from startups to large corporations.