Labor and Employment Associate

Location: New York / New Jersey

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Remote / Hybrid (subject to confirmation)

Experience: 2–5 Years

About the Opportunity: Finitetek Solutions is seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Associate Attorney for an exciting opportunity with a growing legal practice serving clients across New York and New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have experience in employment litigation, employer defense, legal counseling, and case management. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to take on meaningful litigation responsibilities and build strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities: Handle labor and employment litigation in state and federal courts. Represent clients before the EEOC, NYSDHR, and other administrative agencies. Manage cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, ADA, and FMLA. Draft legal pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents. Conduct and defend depositions and participate in hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations. Advise clients on employment policies, workplace investigations, and compliance matters. Independently manage cases from inception through resolution. Provide case evaluations, litigation updates, and strategic recommendations.

Required Qualifications: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school. Active New York and/or New Jersey Bar license in good standing. 2–5 years of Labor & Employment Litigation experience. Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Experience managing litigation matters independently.

Preferred Qualifications: Pennsylvania Bar admission is strongly preferred. Insurance defense experience is highly preferred. Experience representing employers in employment-related disputes. Compensation Depending on experience and qualifications.