Employment Opportunities
Work With Dedicated New York City Employment Attorneys
Phillips & Associates has grown to be one of the largest employment law firms in New York that represents plaintiffs. Unlike many other firms, we only represent employees. Over the past few years, we have expanded our employment law practice outside New York City to Long Island, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. If you have interest and experience in employment law and want to join a growing firm, please send us your resume. Please note that you must have experience in employment law. Specifically, you should be experienced in cases involving employment discrimination and sexual harassment. We have opportunities for attorneys, paralegals, and intake specialists. Please send us your resume and include your experience in employment law.
Employees are protected against employment discrimination under federal, state, and local laws in New York City. Under these laws, it is illegal to terminate, fail to hire, fail to promote, harass, or otherwise treat a job applicant or employee adversely due to his or her race, gender, national origin, religion, or disability, among other protected characteristics. When an employee believes that he or she has been a victim of workplace discrimination, the employee should follow any grievance procedure that has been set out by the employer. Often, a grievance procedure is specified in the employment handbook. Employees should memorialize any complaints of discrimination or harassment made to their employers in writing.
Federal Laws Protecting Employees
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) is one of the primary federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It makes it illegal for employers that have at least 15 employees to discriminate against job applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, or religion. Another major federal law prohibiting discrimination is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which forbids disability discrimination.
In order to bring a claim under Title VII, you will need to file a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) within a limited time frame, and before filing suit in federal court. Damages are capped under Title VII, based on the size of your employer, and in many cases, it is more advantageous to file under New York state or city laws.
State Laws Protecting Employees
The New York State Human Rights Law is the state law that forbids discrimination in the workplace based on the following protected characteristics: disability, race, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, creed, marital status, military status, criminal or arrest record, domestic violence victim status, criminal or arrest record, or predisposing genetic characteristics. The state law applies to employers with at least four employees. However, even employers with just one employee are prohibited from perpetrating or permitting sexual harassment under the state law.
The state law does not allow plaintiffs to recover punitive damages. However, for people who work in very small offices or in households, it may not be possible to sue for sexual harassment under federal or local laws, whereas the state law allows for the recovery of sexual harassment damages in these situations. Additionally, there may be nuances of the state law that are more favorable to a particular case than federal or city laws. It is important for an aggrieved employee to consult an attorney about the specifics of his or her situation as soon as possible after an offensive incident.
City Laws Protecting Employees
The New York City Human Rights Law is considered an extremely favorable law for employees suing for discrimination. It is more expansive and powerful than federal laws or state laws in many ways. It prohibits employment discrimination based on race, creed, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, partnership status, caregiver status, and citizenship status. The law applies to New York City employers that have at least five employees.
Unlike with Title VII, there are no caps on compensatory damages based on the size of the employer. Unlike with state law, it is possible to recover punitive damages under the city law.
Join Our Experienced New York City Attorneys to Build Your Career
At Phillips & Associates, our attorneys help employees with a wide range of employment disputes. If you are interested in joining our firm and have experience fighting employment discrimination, contact us at (866) 229-9441 or online. We handle employment litigation in the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan, as well as in Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester Counties and in New Jersey.
Open Positions
Paralegal – Princeton, NJ
Phillips & Associates seeks a Litigation Paralegal to join our team in our Princeton, New Jersey Office. This position supports the firm’s efforts prosecuting civil claims alleging sexual harassment, discrimination, and wage theft.
The Firm
Phillips & Associates has established itself as the go-to law firm in New York for victims of sexual harassment and discrimination. Most recently, Phillips & Associates was selected as one of the “10 Best Employment & Labor Law Firms” in New York” by the American Institute of Legal Counsel. Additionally, many of our attorneys have achieved “best of” status in employment law. We only represent plaintiffs, not employers or management.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare state and federal pleadings and civil cover sheets
- File court documents electronically
- Prepare and monitor the service of the complaints
- Draft and filing EEOC Charges and responses
- Draft various correspondence and legal documents
- Draft interrogatories and document requests
- Work with clients and assist in responding to discovery requests
- Work with clients to obtain information requests via email, fax, or standard mail and maintain organization of information
- Coordinate and conduct meetings with clients
- Compile, organize and bate stamp discovery responses
- Draft and respond to subpoenas
- Conduct legal research on various employment issues
- Prepare trial materials and binders if necessary
- Calendar court appearances, depositions, mediations, and client appointments
- Handle incoming mail for supervising attorneys and prepare and send all outgoing mail
- Prepare equipment for remote mediations or depositions taking place at the Phillips & Associates office
Job Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree
- Experience: 1-2 years of related experience
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Coordination
- Judgment and decision making
- Monitoring
Phillips & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Phillips & Associates encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.
This is a full-time position, with hours of 9am-6pm Monday through Friday. Pay range is $65,000 to $80,000 annually.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Vanessa Keys at vkeys@tpglaws.com
Intake Specialist – NYC
Phillips & Associates seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Intake Specialist to join our team. As a Legal Intake Specialist, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients with their initial inquiries and facilitating the intake process. If you have excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of legal procedures, and a passion for providing exceptional client service, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial client consultations and intake interviews to gather relevant information for legal analysis.
- Record and document client information accurately and thoroughly in our case management system.
- Assist clients in completing necessary forms and paperwork, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to ensure seamless transition from intake to case management.
- Provide clients with accurate and timely information regarding their case status, procedures, and next steps.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information with the utmost discretion.
- Identify potential legal issues and escalate them to the appropriate attorneys or legal professionals.
- Follow up with clients to collect missing information, schedule appointments, or provide updates as necessary.
- Assist in managing and organizing the intake department's administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, and document management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Prior experience in a legal intake or client services role is highly desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and empathize with clients effectively.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate and complete documentation.
- Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and case management systems is advantageous.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in using computer systems and software for data entry and documentation.
- Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor while interacting with clients and colleagues.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion.
- Bilingual proficiency is a plus
This is a full-time position, with hours of 9am-6pm Monday through Friday. Pay range is $50,000 to $60,000 annually.
If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in clients' lives while working in a dynamic legal environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications or references to Vanessa Keys, Operation Manager. We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for the Legal Intake Specialist position at Phillips & Associates.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Vanessa Keys at vkeys@tpglaws.com
Discrimination Lawyer Success
MORE THAN $150 MILLION RECOVERED FOR PAST CLIENTS
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$1.8 Million Race Discrimination
Jesse S. Weinstein and Gregory W. Kirschenbaum successfully obtained a $1,800,000 unanimous jury verdict in the Southern District of New York on behalf of Plaintiff, John Pardovani. The verdict consisted of $800,000 in compensatory damages and $1,000,000 in punitive damages.
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$280 Thousand Race Discrimination
In a race discrimination case, a federal jury in New York found that use of the N-word in the workplace is never acceptable, even when used between black coworkers.
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$2.2 Million Race Discrimination & Retaliation
Greg Kirschenbaum was part of the trial team that won a $2.2 million verdict in a race discrimination and retaliation case in 2015. Rosas v. Balter Sales, et al.
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$1.4 Million Religious & Sexual Orientation Discrimination
Bryan Arce was part of the trial team that won a $1.4 million-dollar verdict in a religious and sexual orientation discrimination case brought by a Chef, which was the highest employment law verdict in 2012.