Associate Litigation Attorney

Company: Katz Melinger PLLC
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: March 28, 2025

Job Description:

Katz Melinger PLLC is seeking a skilled and passionate Employment Law Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join our growing team.



Katz Melinger is a leading New York City employment law firm dedicated to advocating for workers' rights and delivering results for clients across a range of industries. Our team has an extensive track record of successful settlements in employment discrimination, wage and hour, retaliation, and workplace harassment cases in New York, New Jersey, and Federal Courts.



We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, flexibility, and professional development opportunities; and our practice has been recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America. Our Employment Law Attorney will work directly with Ken, the firm owner, and Nicole, our Employment Law partner, as well as our talented team of paralegals and support staff. We offer a hybrid work arrangement with 1 - 3 days a week in our Grand Central office.



Compensation and Benefits:



--- Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $140,000, commensurate with experience and expertise.
--- Comprehensive health insurance (up to $700 per month).
--- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match.
--- 15 days PTO plus federal and firm holidays.
--- Annual CLE allowance, bar dues coverage, and professional development budget.


Application Process: Please submit your resume and cover letter. We will not review applications without a cover letter. We will review applications on a rolling basis.

Visit us at katzmelinger.com to learn more about our practice areas and success stories.

Katz Melinger PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We actively seek diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Responsibilities:
--- Represent clients in employment law matters, including wage and hour disputes, workplace discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and retaliation claims.
--- Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial.
--- Draft legal documents, including complaints, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
--- Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
--- Participate in mediation and arbitration proceedings.

Qualifications:
--- J.D. from an accredited law school with admission to NY or NJ Bar (Federal Court admission is a plus).
--- 3+ years of employment litigation experience, preferably in plaintiff-side representation.
--- Outstanding written and oral advocacy skills.
--- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
--- Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.

About Company:
Katz Melinger PLLC is a growing law firm based in Midtown Manhattan, helping employees protect their rights against employers and collecting debts owed to businesses.

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