When workplace issues turn your life upside down, you need more than legal information. You need an employment lawyer who understands what you are facing and knows how to act.
Our employment lawyers represent employees in Hackensack,NJ and across Bergen County in matters involving discrimination, wrongful termination, retaliation, wage disputes, and contract negotiations.
At Cowen & Jacobs, we provide clear guidance, strategic advocacy, and direct access to your attorney from day one.
If you are dealing with harassment, discrimination, retaliation, or sudden termination, it is normal to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what comes next.
Our role is to step in quickly and give you clarity. We explain your options in plain language, protect your rights under New Jersey law, and focus on practical outcomes that align with your goals.
We serve employees throughout Hackensack, Teaneck, Englewood, Fort Lee, Bergenfield, and surrounding Bergen County communities, including workers employed by local healthcare systems, corporate offices, retail employers, and public-sector organizations.
When you reach out to Cowen & Jacobs, the process is focused and straightforward:
The goal is clarity, not pressure. You leave the conversation knowing where you stand.
Our employment lawyers represent employees in a wide range of workplace disputes, including:
Every situation is different. We start by listening to your story and evaluating the best path forward.
Our work is about more than legal arguments. It is about helping people regain stability, dignity, and control over their careers.
We have helped employees by:
Your case matters. We treat every client with respect, focus, and determination.
New Jersey provides some of the strongest worker protections in the country. Our employment lawyers regularly handle claims under laws such as:
We identify which laws apply to your situation and use them to hold employers accountable.
Before signing any employment-related document, it is important to understand how it may affect your future. Many employees are surprised by how much leverage they have when severance and compensation terms are carefully reviewed and negotiated. We regularly review and negotiate:
Our goal is to help you make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary risk.
Employees throughout Hackensack and Bergen County choose our firm because we offer:
Most New Jersey discrimination claims must be filed within two years under state law. EEOC deadlines may range from 180 to 300 days depending on the claim.
Yes. Many severance agreements are negotiable. We can review the offer, identify leverage points, and negotiate improved terms.
It depends on whether the restrictions are reasonable in scope, duration, and geography. We evaluate enforceability and potential challenges.
Depending on the facts, compensation may include lost wages, emotional distress damages, punitive damages, reinstatement, and attorney’s fees.
We offer consultations to discuss your situation. Many cases are handled on a contingency basis, meaning no legal fees unless we recover compensation.
Are you ready to get started on your case with a consultation? With over 35 years of experience, our attorneys are ready to fight for you. Reach out to us today to see what Cowen & Jacobs can do for you.
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Barbara E. Cowen is a senior attorney at Cowen & Jacobs with decades of experience representing clients in high-stakes legal disputes. Admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 1981, she brings deep knowledge of New Jersey courts, strong litigation judgment, and a steady, client-focused approach to every matter.
Sara Jacobs focuses her practice on employment law and workplace disputes. A former Superior Court arbitrator in Bergen County, she brings valuable insight into how employment cases are evaluated and resolved, using strategic negotiation, mediation, and litigation to protect her clients’ interests.
Ready to Stop the Workplace Stress?
If your job is causing anxiety, uncertainty, or financial strain, it may be time to protect yourself. Our employment lawyers are here to help you move forward with confidence.
Call Cowen & Jacobs at 201-525-0025 or complete our confidential form to schedule a consultation. We proudly serve Hackensack, Bergen County, and surrounding communities.
We are here for you and ready to help you resolve your legal issue. For a consultation discussing your case, call Cowen & Jacobs today.
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