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New Jersey Employment Attorneys Defending Workers’ Rights Statewide
When workplace injustice disrupts your livelihood, your reputation, or your future, you need more than advice — you need action. At Stewart Lee Karlin Law Group, PC, our New Jersey employment attorneys stand with employees across the state who are facing discrimination, retaliation, harassment, contract violations, and wage abuse. We bring over 30 years of legal experience to each case, ensuring your rights are protected under both New Jersey and federal labor laws.
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02. Discrimination & Retaliation
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Experienced Employment Attorneys serving New York, New Jersey, Florida and beyond
Workplace discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation
Sexual harassment and hostile work environments
Retaliation after reporting misconduct, harassment, or safety violations
Wrongful termination and constructive dismissal
Unpaid wages, overtime violations, and misclassification of employees
Employment contract breaches and severance negotiations
Violations of whistleblower protections under CEPA
Disputes involving public sector workers and municipal employment
Whether you’re a nurse denied fair pay, a teacher professional facing retaliation, or a long-time employee terminated after reporting harassment, our firm will stand beside you with integrity and resolve.
At Stewart Lee Karlin Law Group, employment law is about restoring balance and dignity. Our clients are not just employees — they’re people with lives, families, and futures. We bring every case the same strategic attention, legal precision, and passionate advocacy that defines our firm’s reputation.
Comprehensive Representation With Our New Jersey Employment Attorneys
New Jersey workers are protected by some of the strongest labor laws in the nation—including the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), the Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), and a range of federal protections under the Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). But knowing your rights and enforcing them are two different things.
At Stewart Lee Karlin Law Group, PC, we represent employees across New Jersey, including Newark, in employment law disputes—from wage theft and whistleblower retaliation to complex contract violations and discriminatory terminations, as well as ERISA benefit disputes that arise when compensation and pensions are mishandled. Our attorneys are deeply familiar with the workplace protections guaranteed under state and federal law and have decades of experience holding employers accountable.
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Experienced New Jersey Employment Lawyers with Decades of Results
With over 30 years of combined experience in employment litigation and negotiation, our attorneys understand how to approach each case strategically. We’ve successfully represented employees from every sector—public and private, union and non-union, blue-collar and executive—throughout New Jersey. Whether resolving disputes at the negotiation table or litigating in court, we are relentless in defending workers’ rights and leveling the playing field.
representing the people of New Jersey
Stewart Lee Karlin Law Group, PC has been providing high quality legal services for well over 30 years across New Jersey. Over the course of our tenure, we have seen how quickly things can change and have developed skills to make sure that your needs are met no matter what they may be.
NJ Labor Lawyers
Wage and hour claims
Discrimination based on race, age, gender, or disability
Retaliation and whistleblower protections (CEPA)
ADA violations and failure to accommodate
Hostile work environment claims
Wrongful termination or forced resignation
Severance negotiation and review
Employment contract disputes
Misclassification of employees as independent contractors
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) violations
Union-related labor disputes
OSHA and workplace safety violations
What are my rights under New Jersey labor law?
New Jersey labor law provides robust protections for employees across all industries. You are entitled to fair pay, protection against harassment or discrimination, reasonable accommodations, and a safe workplace. State statutes like NJLAD and CEPA also protect whistleblowers and prohibit retaliation. If your employer has violated these rights, an experienced New Jersey employment attorney can help you take action.
How do I get started with a New Jersey Labor lawyer?
It starts with a confidential consultation. Our team will review your situation, explain your legal options, and guide you through every step—from gathering evidence and filing a complaint to negotiating a settlement or pursuing litigation. The sooner you reach out, the sooner we can protect your rights and begin building your case.
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