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Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and EmploymentNxt Level • Newark, NJ, US
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Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment

Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment

Nxt Level • Newark, NJ, US
24 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Partner – Labor & Employment

Private Practice | Mid-Sized Business Law Firm

Overview

Our client, a forward-thinking business law firm founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Partner to join their growing team. This firm provides an alternative to Big Law—offering national-caliber matters in a flexible, collaborative environment that champions autonomy, innovation, and meaningful relationships.

With a proven reputation for delivering sophisticated, business-aligned legal counsel, the firm is expanding its Employment practice and looking for a strategic-minded Partner who thrives in a culture where client goals, practical judgment, and entrepreneurial drive intersect.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow the firm's Labor & Employment practice across counseling, litigation, and compliance matters.
  • Advise mid-sized to emerging-growth businesses, executives, and investors on employment-related strategy, investigations, and risk mitigation.
  • Handle a wide range of matters including :
  • Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
  • Wage and hour issues (FLSA, state wage laws)
  • Employment contracts and executive compensation
  • Restrictive covenants and trade secret disputes
  • Internal investigations and workforce restructurings
  • Labor union issues and NLRB proceedings
  • Collaborate across practice areas (Corporate, M&A, Litigation) to provide integrated, client-centric solutions.
  • Contribute to thought leadership, mentor junior attorneys, and support practice development initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

  • 10+ years of focused Labor & Employment law experience, preferably at an Am Law or reputable boutique firm.
  • Strong litigation, counseling, and negotiation experience in both state and federal matters.
  • Thoughtful communicator with commercial awareness and a practical, problem-solving mindset.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit with a collaborative approach to cross-practice engagement.
  • Commitment to mentorship, community involvement, and fostering a culture of inclusion.
  • Why This Firm

  • Business-Oriented Legal Culture – Work alongside former general counsel, operators, and founders who understand business from the inside out.
  • Agile and Collaborative – Attorneys are empowered to shape their practice and encouraged to work across disciplines for client success.
  • Sophisticated Work Without Big Law Red Tape – Handle high-impact matters with mid-market agility.
  • Genuine Commitment to Inclusion and Purpose – Active in DEI, pro bono work, and community outreach, with numerous philanthropic initiatives.
  • High-Trust Environment – Transparent compensation model, realistic origination expectations, and entrepreneurial flexibility.
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