Labor & Employment Law

Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC is a go-to firm for businesses and government entities facing employment-related disputes.

The Labor and Employment Law Group of Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC is especially adept and experienced in handling a wide range of labor and management issues – issues which routinely present themselves to public entities.  Specifically, the Firm prosecutes disciplinary actions, negotiates collective bargaining agreements, defends employment actions in Federal and State Courts, defends grievances filed against the public entity and participates in interest arbitration and unfair labor practice proceedings.

Our attorneys represent employers in a wide range of labor and employment issues, serving clients throughout New Jersey and surrounding areas. We offer a comprehensive approach to employment law, handling litigation in federal and state courts, as well as before administrative agencies such as the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR), Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC), and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

We also provide preventive counseling and training to help resolve problems before they become litigious. Additionally, we assist with collective negotiations, represent employers accused of unfair labor practices, and consult on union avoidance, non-compete agreements, affirmative action plans, and employment contracts. Our attorneys are experts in defending against employment discrimination claims, including those based on gender, race, national origin, religion, retaliation, and harassment under Title VII and New Jersey Law Against Discrimination.

Additionally, we litigate claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), and other federal and state laws. We also handle cases involving non-compete agreements and other employment disputes. Our firm has a proven track record of success in and out of court, including resolving cases at the administrative level, through settlements, summary judgment, trials, and obtaining injunctive relief for violations.

Counseling & Training

To help our clients avoid costly litigation and prevent problems before they occur, we offer proactive counseling and training services. Our attorneys work with clients on a day-to-day basis to develop and review workplace policies and perform audits, helping them navigate compliance with employment laws on both state and federal levels.

We also provide education and training on key employment issues for employees, managers, and business owners throughout the state. Our attorneys are featured speakers at public seminars and conferences and are skilled at analyzing and customizing training to meet specific client needs.

In today’s rapidly changing electronic world, our attorneys assist employers with HR issues related to technology and electronic communications. As the potential liability associated with email and electronic documents increases, we review and develop company email policies and provide training to managers and employees to help them avoid problems before they occur.

Investigations

Our seasoned team of attorneys specialize in conducting thorough workplace investigations to address employment-related concerns. Whether it’s discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, or any other labor issue, we’re here to ensure our clients interests are protected.  Our attorneys bring an unwavering commitment to safeguarding your workplace and employment rights through a dedicated team who will diligently investigate, strategize, and fight on your behalf to achieve fair and just resolutions in the realm of labor and employment law.