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NFC is looking to hire an experienced and highly professional Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic HR partner to the Managing Partner and West Coast leadership team for Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, PC Employment Attorneys. This part-time position is based in our San Diego office and will support attorneys, associates, and administrative professionals throughout California, with responsibilities expected to expand as the firm’s regional footprint grows.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in California employment law, HR compliance, employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives. This individual will act as a trusted advisor to firm leadership, balancing hands-on HR execution with thoughtful counsel to foster a collegial, high-performing, and inclusive workplace.

Working closely with the firm’s East Coast HR team and local California managers, this individual will serve as the primary HR presence for California offices, helping to adapt and implement firmwide initiatives in a manner that reflects regional business needs, employment requirements, and cultural nuances.

Hours: Tuesday – Thursday (8:30 am – 5:00 pm); limited overtime as needed

Classification:  Non-Exempt Position

Reports to: Managing Partner

Location: San Diego, California (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations & HR Advisory

• Serve as the primary HR resource for attorneys, associates, and professional staff across California offices.
• Provide guidance to managers and proactively and thoughtfully address employee relations matters, including performance management, coaching, conflict resolution, leaves of absence, accommodations, and workplace concerns.
• Conduct prompt, thorough, and confidential investigations when appropriate.
• Ensure consistent application of firm policies and employment practices.

California Employment Law Compliance

• Maintain working knowledge of California employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour requirements, paid leave programs, harassment prevention, and accommodations.
• Partner with the Director of Human Resources and outside counsel, when necessary, on complex employment matters.
• Review and recommend updates to employee policies, handbooks, and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support annual compliance initiatives, required trainings, and regulatory reporting obligations.

Talent Acquisition & Talent Management

• Collaborate with the firm’s legal recruiter to support hiring needs and candidate interviews and assessments within the California offices.
• Lead and coordinate certain aspects of the onboarding process to ensure a seamless transition and successful integration of new hires within California offices.
• Support performance management, professional development, and talent retention initiatives in collaboration with the Director of Human Resources.

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Champion initiatives that foster an inclusive, collaborative, and engaging workplace culture aligned with the firm’s values.
• Develop employee engagement, recognition, and wellness programs designed to enhance the employee experience, and work with local operations team members to implement them.
• Maintain a visible and approachable presence in the San Diego office while supporting colleagues across other California locations.
• Help strengthen the firm’s reputation as an employer of choice as its California presence continues to grow.

HR Operations

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in accordance with firm policies and legal requirements.
• Coordinate benefits administration, leave management, and HRIS updates in partnership with HR colleagues, vendors, and administrators on the East Coast.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives related to firm growth, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience in employee relations and workplace culture initiatives.
• Strong working knowledge of California employment law is required.
• Experience supporting law firms or other professional services organizations is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success building positive workplace cultures and partnering effectively with senior leaders.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.
• Ability to work approximately 25 hours per week, including three days per week in the San Diego office, with flexibility to support additional California offices as the firm’s regional presence expands.

Salary Range based on full-time: $75k – 95k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills, experience, and years of practicing employment law.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

If you are interested in applying for this role or know someone who could be a good fit, please send your resume to jsantiago@nfclegal.com

NFC is looking to hire an experienced Associate for our growing San Francisco office. NFC expects this position to be held by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: Full-Time (1,800 Billable Hours); Hybrid Position 

Classification:  Exempt Position

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s San Francisco, CA office a minimum of two (2) days per week. During the first year, the position offers significant remote flexibility, with access to a shared office space in San Francisco’s downtown BART district available as needed. After the first year, the position will transition to NFC’s standard hybrid model (which is subject to change), with in-office days every Wednesday, and a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

Applicants must have 4 – 8 years of substantive employment law experience.

Responsibilities are focused on independently managing all aspects of employment litigation matters for private sector corporate clients in California, specifically:

• Case analysis, strategy, and oversight
• Budgeting and case management
• Proactive communication with NFC team
• Proactive communication with NFC clients
• Preparing pleadings and motions
• Preparing and responding to written discovery (including E-discovery)
• Preparing and responding to motions
• Attendance at depositions, hearings, motions, mediations
• Trial preparation and attendance
• Assisting with the counseling of clients on a wide variety of employment issues

Skills Required:

• Must be admitted to the CA Bar
• Wage & Hour Class Actions and/or Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) experience a plus
• Experience supervising junior attorneys is a plus
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Excellent research skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
• The ability to proactively manage a team and all litigation deadlines
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• The ability to manage multiple clients and matters

Salary Range based on full-time: $190k (4 years’ experience) – $210k (8 years’ experience). The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills, experience, and years of practicing employment law.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary); an hours-based bonus (based on meeting billable hours).

Total Compensation Package Range (Salary plus Maximum Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses): $210,000 to $230,000    

Additional Bonuses:   Discretionary overage bonus (based on exceeding billable hours); origination bonus, and employee referral bonus.     

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position is responsible for providing litigation, support to NFC’s attorneys.  NFC expects that this position will be held by a highly motivated individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: Full-Time; Monday – Friday (8:30am – 5:00pm); limited overtime as needed

Classification:  Non-Exempt Position

Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s San Francisco, CA office a minimum of two (2) days per week. During the first year, the position offers significant remote flexibility, with access to a shared office space in San Francisco’s downtown BART district available as needed. After the first year, the position will transition to NFC’s standard hybrid model (which is subject to change), with in-office days every Wednesday, and a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain detailed case chronologies and fact summaries.
• Draft and respond to written discovery (Interrogatories, Requests for Production, Requests for Admission).
• Prepare and serve subpoenas.
• Coordinate document collection, review, redaction, Bates stamping, and production.
• Prepare and maintain privilege logs and document indexes.
• Manage litigation databases.
• Electronic discovery litigation support, including ESI document collection and storage/maintenance; perform data searches; and review, tag, redact, and prepare electronic documents for production.
• Assist with locating and contacting witnesses; coordinate, prepare for, and participate in witness interviews; draft witness statements and declarations; coordinate and assist with preparation of witness testimony.
• Prepare deposition exhibits, summaries, and witness files.
• Gather and organize supporting documentation for motions and court filings.
• Prepare mediation briefs, binders, and documentation.
• Compile and manage trial exhibits, trial binders, and provide on-site trial support.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw and public record databases.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, vendors, and internal team members.
• Provide direction to Litigation Assistants and support team workflow efficiency.
• Track billable time accurately and maintain confidentiality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including any legal or administrative support.

Skills Required:

• At least 7+ years of Paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements
• Strong understanding of relevant court rules and legal proceedings
• Excellent writing, grammar and proofreading skills
• E-discovery experience (including Relativity, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to think proactively, multi-task and plan
• Highly organized
• Strong research skills (including Westlaw, internet, etc.)
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

Salary Range $90k – 100k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills and years of experience.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

NFC is looking to hire an experienced Associate for our growing West Coast office.  NFC expects this position to be held by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: Full-Time (1,800 Billable Hours); Hybrid Position 

Classification:  Exempt Position

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s San Diego, CA office a minimum of two (2) days per week.  Under NFC’s current hybrid model (which is subject to change), in-office days are every Wednesday,  with a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

Applicants must have 4 – 8 years of substantive employment law experience.

Responsibilities are focused on independently managing all aspects of employment litigation matters for private sector corporate clients in California, specifically:

• Case analysis, strategy, and oversight
• Budgeting and case management
• Proactive communication with NFC team
• Proactive communication with NFC clients
• Preparing pleadings and motions
• Preparing and responding to written discovery (including E-discovery)
• Preparing and responding to motions
• Attendance at depositions, hearings, motions, mediations
• Trial preparation and attendance
• Assisting with the counseling of clients on a wide variety of employment issues

Skills Required:

• Must be admitted to the CA Bar
• Wage & Hour Class Actions and/or Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) experience a plus
• Experience supervising junior attorneys is a plus
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Excellent research skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
• The ability to proactively manage a team and all litigation deadlines
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• The ability to manage multiple clients and matters

Salary Range based on full-time: 175k (4 years experience) – 195k (8 years experience). The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills, experience, and years of practicing employment law.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary); an hours-based bonus (based on meeting billable hours).

Total Compensation Package Range (Salary plus Maximum Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses): $195,000 to $215,000

Additional Bonuses:   Discretionary overage bonus (based on exceeding billable hours); origination bonus, and employee referral bonus.     

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

NFC is looking to hire an experienced Counsel for our growing West Coast office.  NFC expects this position to be held by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and communication.

Hours: Full-Time (1,800 Billable Hours); Hybrid Position 

Classification:  Exempt Position

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s San Diego, CA office a minimum of two (2) days per week.  Under NFC’s current hybrid model (which is subject to change), in-office days are every Wednesday,  with a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

Applicant must have a minimum of at least 8 years of substantive employment law experience including experience managing cases.

Responsibilities are focused on independently managing all aspects of employment litigation matters for private sector corporate clients in California, specifically:

• Case management, analysis, strategy, and oversight
• Proactive communication with NFC team
• Proactive communication with NFC clients
• Preparing pleadings and motions
• Preparing and responding to written discovery (including E-discovery)
• Preparing and responding to motions
• Attendance at depositions, hearings, motions, mediations
• Trial and arbitration preparation and attendance

Skills Required:

• Must be admitted to the CA Bar
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Excellent research skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
• The ability to proactively manage a team and all litigation deadlines
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• The ability to manage multiple clients and matters
• Traditional labor experience a plus

Salary Range based on full-time: 200k (8 years experience) – 215k (11 years experience). The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills, experience, and years of practicing employment law.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary); an hours-based bonus (based on meeting billable hours).

Total Compensation Package Range (Salary plus Maximum Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses): $220,000 to $238,000    

Additional Bonuses:   Discretionary overage bonus (based on exceeding billable hours); origination bonus, and employee referral bonus.     

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

The Legal Assistant provides high-level administrative and litigation support to a team of attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced employment litigation practice. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strict compliance with California and federal court rules.

The Legal Assistant supports case progression, ensures accurate and timely filings, maintains case organization, and assists with internal administrative systems that support the litigation team.

Hours: Full-Time (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

Classification:  Non-Exempt Position

Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s San Diego Office a minimum of two (2) days in-office days per week, during onboarding and training there will be a three (3) day in-office per week requirement.  Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

Court Filings & Deadline Management:

• Finalize and electronically file documents in California state and, federal courts in compliance with applicable rules.
• Review court and local rules and procedures to ensure proper formatting, service, and submission of filings.
• Monitor court dockets and circulate updates to the assigned attorney and paralegal team.
• Calculate, calendar and track court deadlines, hearings, trials, depositions, and other litigation events.
• Obtain and distribute filed-endorsed copies and docket sheets as needed.

Litigation Support:

• Draft shells for, format, revise, and proofread pleadings, motions (including table of contents/table of authorities), discovery, correspondence, and court forms.
• Prepare exhibits, including labeling, bookmarking, and tabbing in accordance with court or attorney requirements.
• Coordinate service of documents and prepare transmittal letters and shipping labels.
• Assist with document redactions and preparation for filing or production, including formatting, organizing exhibits, copying, scanning, and coordinating mailing.
• Issue and follow up on third-party records requests (e.g., medical, employment, or subpoenaed records).

Case & Document Management:

• Create and maintain electronic case folders within the firm’s document management system.
• Scan, save, and organize case documents in accordance with firm naming conventions and protocols.
• Maintain updated case contact lists.
• Maintain and update internal litigation charts, templates, and reference lists (e.g., mediator lists, master lists).
• Manage hard-copy file organization when necessary, including file transfers and third-party records.

Scheduling & Coordination:

• Schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Coordinate conference room logistics for team meetings.
• Maintain attorney and paralegal calendars to ensure accurate tracking of litigation events. 

Administrative & Firm Support:

• Assist attorneys newly admitted or joining the firm with updating court e-filing profiles, contact information, and required firm details.
• Maintain internal tracking of attorney court admissions and related login information.
• Support paralegals with administrative assignments that directly support litigation/counseling matters.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a litigation environment (California experience required).
• Working knowledge of California and federal court procedures.
• Strong proofreading and grammar skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Professional communication skills (written and verbal), and positive and team-oriented attitude.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with NetDocuments a plus.

Salary Range: $85k – 95k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills and years of experience.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

This position is responsible for providing litigation, support to NFC’s attorneys.  NFC expects that this position will be held by a highly motivated individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: Full-Time; Monday – Friday (8:30am – 5:00pm); limited overtime as needed

Classification:  Non-Exempt Position

Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s San Diego Office a minimum of two (2) days in-office days per week, during onboarding and training there will be a three (3) day in-office per week requirement.  Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain detailed case chronologies and fact summaries.
• Draft and respond to written discovery (Interrogatories, Requests for Production, Requests for Admission).
• Prepare and serve subpoenas.
• Coordinate document collection, review, redaction, Bates stamping, and production.
• Prepare and maintain privilege logs and document indexes.
• Manage litigation databases.
• Electronic discovery litigation support, including ESI document collection and storage/maintenance; perform data searches; and review, tag, redact, and prepare electronic documents for production.
• Assist with locating and contacting witnesses; coordinate, prepare for, and participate in witness interviews; draft witness statements and declarations; coordinate and assist with preparation of witness testimony.
• Prepare deposition exhibits, summaries, and witness files.
• Gather and organize supporting documentation for motions and court filings.
• Prepare mediation briefs, binders, and documentation.
• Compile and manage trial exhibits, trial binders, and provide on-site trial support.
• Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw and public record databases.
• Coordinate with clients, experts, vendors, and internal team members.
• Provide direction to Litigation Assistants and support team workflow efficiency.
• Track billable time accurately and maintain confidentiality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including any legal or administrative support.

Skills Required:

• At least 7 years of Paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements
• Strong understanding of relevant court rules and legal proceedings
• Excellent writing, grammar and proofreading skills
• E-discovery experience (including Relativity, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to think proactively, multi-task and plan
• Highly organized
• Strong research skills (including Westlaw, internet, etc.)
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

Salary Range $90k – 100k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills and years of experience.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

NFC is looking to hire an experienced Employment Law Associate for our Chatham, New Jersey office. This position will be filled by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

This role is part of the Litigation Practice Group and will primarily focus on employment litigation for private sector corporate clients, while also providing proactive employment counseling and day-to-day legal advice. Approximately 75% of the position will consist of litigation work and 25% will involve counseling. The successful candidate will work closely with the firm’s litigation team while partnering with clients to provide practical, strategic guidance on a broad range of employment law issues.

Hours: Full-Time (1,800 Billable Hours); Hybrid Position 

Reports to:  Litigation Practice Group

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s Chatham, NJ office a minimum of two (2) days per week. Under NFC’s current hybrid model (which is subject to change), in-office days are every Wednesday, with a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

Applicant must have a minimum of 3–6 years of substantive employment law experience, including both employment litigation and counseling employers on a broad range of employment law issues.

Responsibilities include employment litigation and counseling for private sector corporate clients in New Jersey and New York, specifically:

Employment Litigation:

• Drafting pleadings and motions
• Conducting legal research
• Preparing and responding to written discovery (including E-discovery)
• Preparing and responding to dispositive and other motions
• Assisting with deposition preparation, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Attending depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances as required
• Trial preparation
• Handling all aspects of litigation, including lawsuits, EEO, DOL, and other administrative charges, pre-litigation demands, subpoenas, and related matters

Employment Counseling:

• Advising clients on employee relations matters, including discipline, performance management, leaves of absence, accommodations, wage and hour compliance, and employee separations
• Drafting, reviewing, and revising employment-related policies, handbooks, agreements, and other workplace documents
• Conducting employment-related investigations
• Conducting employment law trainings (on topics such as harassment and discrimination)

Skills Required:

• Must be admitted to the New Jersey Bar (New York Bar admission preferred)
• Experience litigating restrictive covenant matters is a plus
• Experience providing employment counseling to employers is preferred
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and client counseling skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly and provide practical business-focused advice
• The ability to manage multiple clients and matters simultaneously

Salary Range based on full-time: $165,000 – $180,000

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills, experience, and years of practicing employment law.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary); an hours-based bonus (based on meeting billable hours requirements).

Total Compensation Package Range (Salary plus Maximum Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses): $180,000 to $200,000    

Additional Bonuses:   Discretionary overage bonus (based on exceeding billable hours); origination bonus, and employee referral bonus.     

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).

NFC is looking to hire an experienced employment law Counsel for our Chatham, New Jersey office.  This position will be filled by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.  This particular position is perfect for an experienced employment attorney seeking a non-litigation position or an in-house role, as the position is focused on a wide range of advisory work.

Hours: 1,400 – 1,600 hour Billable Hour Requirement annually, with flexibility and open discussion based on candidate experience and firm needs/Hybrid In-Office Role

Classification:  Exempt Position

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s Chatham, NJ office a minimum of two (2) days per week.  Under NFC’s current hybrid model (which is subject to change), in-office days are every Wednesday,  with a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Reports to: Counseling Practice Group

Essential Functions:

Applicant must have a minimum of at least 10 years of substantive employment law experience, including experience advising clients on a range of employment law issues.

Responsibilities are focused on independently managing all aspects of employment counseling matters for private sector corporate clients headquartered in New Jersey and New York, specifically:

• Advising clients on a wide variety of employment issues, including hiring, workplace policies, investigations, agreements, performance management, separation, and leaves of absence
• Communicating with clients on a regular basis, including delivering advice via phone or virtual platforms and drafting comprehensive business-focused advisory emails
• Preparation of workplace agreements and policies (e.g., Handbooks, Separation Agreements, Restrictive Covenant Agreements, etc.)
• Handling agency matters, including EEOC and DOL (and similar state/local agencies)
• Oversight of associates in Counseling Practice Group on employment law work
• Training clients on employment law and DEI issues
• Development and deepening of client relationships
• Participation in NFC webinars and seminars
• Participation in monthly Counseling Group meetings
• Participation in other firm-related events and professional development meetings
• Voluntary opportunities for NFC committees including DEI, Social Responsibility (Pro Bono), and Culture Club

Skills Required:

• Must be admitted to the NJ bar (NY Bar Admission is a plus)
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Excellent research skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
• The ability to proactively manage a team and all litigation deadlines
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• The ability to manage multiple clients and matters
• Experience conducting third party investigations a plus
• Any other state bar license a plus

Salary Range (Salary Range based on full-time):  180k – 210k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law and based on 1600 BH Requirement. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills, experience, and years of practicing employment law.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary); an hours-based bonus (based on meeting billable hours).

Total Compensation Package Range (Salary plus Maximum Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses): $200,000 to $230,000 this salary range has been prorated for 1600 Billable Hour Requirement

Additional Bonuses:   Discretionary overage bonus (based on exceeding billable hours); origination bonus, and employee referral bonus.     

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, and 401K contribution (and matching).

This position is responsible for providing administrative support to a team of paralegals in a work environment that demands very high standards of performance.  NFC expects that this position will be held by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Hours: Full-Time (9:00am – 5:00pm); limited overtime as needed

Classification:  Non-Exempt Position

Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s Chatham Office a minimum of two (2) days in-office days per week, during onboarding and training there will be a three (3) day in-office per week requirement.  Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare Indexes and Chronologies of Events of produced documents (Plaintiff, Defendant, Third-Party)
• Draft legal documents including answers to complaints, other pleadings, motions, certifications, etc.
• Review and gather relevant documents for Motions and other Court submissions
• Organize exhibits for Pleadings and other Court submissions. Coordinate and electronically-file all Pleadings with the State and Federal Courts (knowing associated court rules.)
• Assist with drafting Discovery, Interrogatories, Document Requests, Requests for Admissions, Subpoenas, etc. 
• Organize and coordinate document productions (Bates Stamping and, Redaction, etc.)
• Prepare and maintain Privilege Logs
• Prepare documents needed for Depositions and summarize Deposition Transcripts for use by attorneys
• Research relevant information on public records, witnesses, adversaries, arbitrators, mediators, etc.
• Filings and updates to electronic document systems and portals maintained by clients
• Assist with drafting letters to clients
• Assist with drafting Settlement Agreements
• Prepare Mediation Submissions
• Organize and track documents received from clients and the Court 
• Conduct computerized and legal research (Internet, Westlaw)
• Format documents  
• Conduct E-Discovery searches and uploads
• Format Table of Contents/Table of Authorities
• Proofread and edit documents for grammar, content and redactions
• Track and calendar deadlines, court dates, and document submissions
• High level Trial preparation and support, as needed. (i.e. organize and index trial exhibits and other supporting documents, etc.)
• Litigation Secretarial support as needed
• Unplanned activities – other duties as assigned by direct supervisor

Skills Required:

• At least 4 years of Paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements
• Strong understanding of relevant court rules
• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and plan
• Highly organized
• Strong research skills (including Westlaw, internet, etc.)
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

Salary Range $75k – 95k

The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills and years of experience.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses:  This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits:  This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).