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Our Firm is passionate about everything we do, not only on behalf of the clients we represent, but also for the members of our NFC family. Our bi-coastal team is comprised of top talent at every level where all members are guided by integrity and encouraged to develop meaningful yet lasting relationships.

We hold ourselves accountable and we give back to the community, never losing sight of the world beyond our Firm. We stress the importance of balance while supporting one’s whole self and we respect each other as well as our esteemed clients.

We are committed to finding the best possible solution, utilizing collaboration across all layers. We embrace change, love challenges, and empower each individual. It is our ambition to make a difference for those we represent, for our valued and diverse team members, and for the communities where we live and serve. 

We are NOT your typical law firm. 

We’d love to hear your story and how you may be a fit for one of these great positions…

Branch Office Administrator - (San Diego, California)

This position will report directly to the Chief Administrative Officer and will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of our San Diego office, and instrumental to driving sustainable growth within the office.  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; Hybrid (In-Office/Remote) Position

Location: Location: The individual in this role is expected to work in NFC’s San Diego, CA office a minimum of three (3) days per week required, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Must be flexible and willing to work in the office additional days on occasion, as dictated by business needs. Must be willing to travel locally to assist with certain firm events, as well as travel occasionally to other offices of the firm. 

Classification: Exempt Position

Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer

Essential Functions:

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the office; prioritize use of support staff and facilities.
  • Participate in strategic planning process with management to identify and accomplish short and long-term organizational goals.
  • Oversee the daily operations of information systems and act as liaison to IT managed services provider.
  • Oversee facilities management, including equipment, office services, purchasing, inventory control, and space planning and design.
  • Create and manage San Diego branch office expenses and budget and help drive financial results for that office.
  • Perform accounting/financial functions specific to the branch office including preparing and monitoring case budgets, invoice appeals, client timekeeper approvals, and invoice approvals.
  • Provide local support to HR Team for recruiting, onboarding, performance management and professional development.
  • Supervise and manage San Diego branch office support staff.
  • Lead a professional and positive work environment by facilitating effective communication and information sharing among attorneys and professional staff.
  • Champion NFC firm culture that reflects our core values and lead employee engagement initiatives.
  • Utilize effective social and event planning strategies for San Diego office events to foster a positive environment promoting positive morale and encouraging connection, growth, productivity, efficiency, performance excellence, and a culture of collaboration.
  • Coordinate with and assist Marketing Dept on local client events.
  • Work with CAO and HR to implement practices and procedures, ensuring understanding of and compliance with firmwide office policies and legal obligations. Support and implement firmwide initiatives.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, with a major in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration, or Finance strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 6 – 8 years of leadership experience in a senior management position at a law firm or other professional services firm required.
  • Proven ability to manage direct reports effectively; strong management/leadership skills; solid business acumen.
  • Advanced understanding of office management practices including knowledge of and experience with accounting procedures, financial management, HR, information systems and project management.
  • Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint).
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • High level of confidentiality.
  • Ability to multi-task and plan.
  • A self-starter with the ability to think “outside the box” and work independently.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills.

Salary Range (based on full-time):  Starting at $110 – 115k

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 experience.

Practice Group Manager - (Chatham, New Jersey)

The Practice Group Manager is intended to be the “chief of staff” to the Firm’s leaders assisting with internal operations, attorney development, professional staff management, and other similar responsibilities to support the Firm’s goals and the continued success of NFC.   The Practice Group Manager is expected to perform all responsibilities listed below with a strong level of engagement and commitment to providing superior service to the Firm’s professionals.

Hours: This is a full-time job.  Firm business hours are generally Monday – Friday 9AM – 5PM but the role requires flexibility to work outside of business hours based on Firm needs. 

Location: The individual in this role is expected to work on the Firm’s current hybrid schedule, working in the Chatham, NJ office two days a week (currently Wednesday required plus either Tuesday or Thursday).  This hybrid schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the Firm.  

Classification: Exempt Position

Reports to: Head of Counseling Department

Essential Functions:

  • Manage attorney staffing process, including evaluating attorney availability and assigning attorneys to matters based on client needs, experience, rates and preferences.
  • Oversee and assist with utilization of attorneys, including reviewing utilization reports, communicating with attorneys regarding utilization and related planning, and working with Firm leadership on meeting utilization goals.
  • Manage professional development plan for attorneys with HR department, including NFC University programming, CLEs, etc.
  • Supervise administrative staff (currently 2 employees).
  • Assist with fee estimates and other firm retention matters, such as responding to requests for proposals.
  • Manage new hire/onboarding process of attorneys with HR department.
  • Assist Department Heads with annual (or other) attorney reviews.
  • Manage issues related to client invoices and liaise with operations team regarding same.
  • Analyze non-billable work reports on regular basis.
  • Liaise with all Firm practice groups and perform similar work for such departments as needed.
  • Special projects as assigned by Department Heads and the Firm.

Skills Required:

  • Undergraduate degree required; J.D. preferred.
  • At least five years of professional services experience; law firm experience required. 
  • Advanced working knowledge of MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
  • Familiarity with virtual platforms such as MS Teams and Zoom.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with attorneys and professional staff.
  • Highly organized, proactive and self-directed.
  • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to Firm matters.  Ability to work with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and thrive in fast-paced environment with intense client service orientation.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm operations and sensitive employee and firm matters.
  • Creativity in developing solutions and achieving results.

Salary Range (based on full-time):  Starting at $115k – $125k

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 experience.

Associate - Litigation (Chatham, New Jersey)

NFC is looking to hire an experienced employment law Associate for our Chatham, New Jersey 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)

Classification:  Exempt Position

Essential Functions:

Applicant must have a minimum of at least 5 years of substantive employment law experience, including experience advising clients on a range of employment law issues.

Responsibilities are focused on employment litigation for private sector corporate clients in New Jersey and New York, specifically:

  • Drafting pleadings and motions
  • Conducting legal research
  • Preparing and responding to written discovery (including E-discovery)
  • Preparing and responding to motions
  • Assisting with deposition preparation, mediations, etc.
  • Attending depositions/hearings/mediations as required
  • Trial preparation
  • All aspects of litigation including conducting work on: lawsuits; EEO, DOL, and other administrative charges; pre-litigation demands; subpoenas, etc.

Skills Required:

  • Must be admitted to the NJ bar (NY bar admission preferred)
  • 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 identify and resolve problems quickly
  • The ability to manage multiple clients and matters

Salary Range (based on full-time):  Starting at 165k – 185k

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.

Associate - (San Diego, California)

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 – with option to discuss flexibility in hours)   

Classification:  Exempt Position

Essential Functions:

Applicants must have at least 4 – 7 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:  

  • Proactive communication with NFC team
  • Proactive communication with NFC clients
  • 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
  • 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 identify and resolve problems quickly
  • The ability to manage multiple clients and matters 

Salary Range (based on full-time):  Starting at 160k – 180k

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.

Counsel - Litigation (Chatham, New Jersey)

NFC is looking to hire an employment law Counsel attorney 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. 

Hours: Full-Time (1,800 Billable Hours)

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: Litigation Practice Group

Essential Functions:

Applicant must have a minimum of at least 10 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 headquartered in New Jersey and New York, 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 NJ and NY Bars
  • 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
  • PA and/or CT license a plus
  • Traditional labor experience a plus

Salary Range (based on full-time, to be adjusted for less than full-time):  starting at 190k – 210k

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.

Counsel - (San Diego, California)

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: Hybrid: In-Office/Remote Position. Minimum 1,800 Billable Hours – with the option to discuss flexibility in hours.

Classification:  Exempt Position

Reports to: Counseling Practice Group

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 headquartered 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):  starting at 185k

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.

How to Apply

Send your resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 professional references (include names, phone numbers, and email addresses) to careers@nfclegal.com

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