Employment and Labor Of Counsel – Newark

Sills Cummis & Gross P.C. is a full-service corporate law firm with offices in New Jersey, New York and Florida. At Sills Cummis & Gross, our goal is to make sure you are exposed to high-profile cases and receive the necessary tools to exceed client expectations. Our attorneys are innovative, creative, and collaborative; giving you the platform to flourish in an environment where your ideas matter. When you join our group of attorneys, you will work alongside some of the best professionals in their field of practice who will mentor you and help develop your skills. The firm not only makes a commitment to our clients, we also make a commitment to our attorneys. If you are ready to join an engaging, inclusive firm where you will have the ability to shape your future, view our open positions and apply.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Employment and Labor Practice Group that provides the full spectrum of management-side employment work for their clients; specifically, they litigate, they counsel, and they investigate. Sills Cummis & Gross was named 2024 “Litigation Department of the Year – Labor and Employment” by the New Jersey Law Journal* as part of its 2024 New Jersey Legal Awards. This is the second time since 2022 that Sills Cummis & Gross received this honor. *See Award Methodology. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

We are seeking a highly experienced Employment & Labor Attorney to join our firm as an Of Counsel. The ideal candidate will have at least ten (10) years of experience counseling and litigating on behalf of employers in a broad range of employment law matters. This attorney will work closely with the Department Chair.

• Advise and partner with business clients on day-to-day employment issues, including compliance, performance management, terminations, and internal investigations.
• Defend employers in federal and state courts, as well as before administrative agencies, in matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and other employment-related claims.
• Litigate and counsel clients on issues related to trade secrets, restrictive covenants, and employee mobility, including prosecuting and defending misappropriation and non-compete claims.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize legal risk and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Draft and review employment agreements, separation agreements, restrictive covenant provisions, and workplace policies.
• Provide training and thought leadership on evolving employment law developments.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar required.
• Admission to the New York Bar preferred; if not currently admitted, must be eligible and willing to waive in immediately.
• Minimum of 10 years of employment and labor law experience, including significant l litigation and counseling experience representing management.
• Proven ability to manage complex matters independently and work collaboratively with clients and colleagues.
• Strong analytical, communication, and client relationship skills.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary Range: $250,000 – $280,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and other firm-sponsored benefits and perks.

Qualified candidates should submit cover letter, resume and transcript to Katheryn Daloia, Attorney Recruiting Manager, here.