Employment Partner

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney with a strong background in labor and employment defense litigation to step into a leadership role within a nationally recognized firm of more than 250 attorneys across the country. The ideal candidate will bring strategic litigation experience, strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, and a commitment to exceptional client service. Portable business will be considered, but is not required.

KD offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with sophisticated work, strong infrastructure, exceptional support staff, and a proven track record of successfully integrating lateral attorneys and supporting long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of labor and employment defense litigation from inception through resolution
• Manage and supervise multiple attorneys and legal staff within a collaborative team environment
• Defend employers in a broad range of employment matters, including:
  • Wage and hour disputes
  • Single-plaintiff and class/collective actions
  • Discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims
• Conduct and oversee appearances in both Federal and State courts
• Represent clients in investigations and proceedings before the:
  • U.S. Department of Labor
  • EEOC
  • State and local human rights agencies
• Provide strategic counseling and risk management advice to clients on employment-related matters
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to the continued growth of the practice group

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of employment litigation defense experience
• Significant experience handling wage and hour matters and employment class actions
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, and management experience
• Strong litigation, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience managing complex employment matters in both Federal and State courts
• Admission to practice in New Jersey required
• Portable business is welcomed but not required

Why KD?

• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement
• Collaborative, team-first culture with open communication and support
• Sophisticated and impactful work with nationally recognized clients
• Strong infrastructure and administrative support
• Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• A collegial environment focused on long-term success and professional development

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. KD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.