Employment Law Attorney

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Attorney to join our team, with a strong background in labor & employment law, ideally with class action experience. This role is ideal for an attorney who is eager to take ownership of significant cases, move matters forward efficiently, and contribute to the firm’s growth.

You will handle a variety of matters including wage and hour disputes, employment litigation, and class actions - while working closely with Kenneth Katz (Firm Owner & Managing Partner), Nicole Grunfield (Partner), and a talented team of paralegals and support staff. The right candidate will be comfortable navigating both individual and large-scale cases, including federal court litigation.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage employment law and class action cases, from intake through resolution. Participate in settlement negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.

Represent clients in employment law matters, including wage and hour disputes, workplace discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and retaliation claims.

Handle litigation in state and federal courts, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials. Participate in mediation and arbitration proceedings.

Collaborate with co-counsel on large-scale class actions and independently manage smaller matters.

Provide legal analysis, strategy, and recommendations to clients and partners.

Draft legal documents, including complaints, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements. Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.

Maintain high professional and ethical standards consistent with firm values.

Qualifications

5+ years of legal experience, preferably in employment law and class action litigation.

Licensed to practice in New York (required); admission to New Jersey (preferred, not required).

Demonstrated litigation experience, preferably in federal court.

Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.

Ability to independently manage complex cases and move them forward efficiently.

Spanish language skills are a plus, but not required.

Why Join Us

Opportunity to work on high-value, impactful class action cases (10+ currently active).

Autonomy to manage significant matters, with support from experienced co-counsel where appropriate.

A collaborative, hands-on team environment with exposure to clients and courtroom litigation.

Competitive compensation and meaningful growth opportunities.

What We Offer

Base annual salary of $110,000 to $150,000

Health insurance coverage

401(k) with 4% employer match

15 days PTO + federal & additional firm holidays

Annual CLE allowance, bar dues coverage, and professional development budget

Visit us at katzmelinger.com to learn more about our practice areas and success stories.

Katz Melinger PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We actively seek diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• What states are you licensed to practice Law in?
• How many years of Labor and Employment law experience do you have?
• How many years of class action law suit do you have?

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10017 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10017: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017