Labor, Employment & Workplace Safety Associate Attorney Newark

Direct Counsel
Newark, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Labor, Employment & Workplace Safety Associate Attorney – Newark, NJ

Direct Counsel is partnering with an Am Law 100 firm seeking a mid- to senior-level Associate Attorney to join its Labor, Employment & Workplace Safety (LEWS) team in Newark, New Jersey .

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 4–6 years of employment and labor law experience to join a highly respected practice handling complex counseling, litigation, and transactional employment matters for major corporate clients.

What You’ll Do
  • Advise employers on workplace compliance, policies, investigations, and employment-related issues.

  • Represent clients in employment litigation and agency proceedings.

  • Draft and negotiate employment agreements, handbooks, and separation documents.

  • Support the employment aspects of M&A transactions and restructurings.

  • Collaborate with senior attorneys on strategy and client development.

What We’re Looking For
  • 4–6 years of labor and employment law experience at a reputable firm.

  • Strong writing, research, and client advisory skills.

  • Experience with employment litigation and workplace investigations.

  • Familiarity with M&A employment issues preferred.

  • Trial experience is a plus, not required.

  • Admission to practice in New Jersey .

Compensation

$220,000 – $250,000 base salary , commensurate with experience and market factors.

This is a chance to join one of the country’s most respected employment practices — a collaborative environment that values mentorship, growth, and excellence in client service .

Posted 2026-06-19

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