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Employment Lawyer in Saddle River, NJ

Trusted guidance for complex employment issues

Your workplace should be a space of fairness  and respect, not a source of stress or mistreatment. If you’ve faced workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, unpaid wages, or employer retaliation, our employment lawyers in Saddle River will defend your rights and pursue the justice you deserve.

For over 35 years, Cowen & Jacobs has been fighting for employees facing workplace injustices. As a women-owned law firm, we’ve helped hundreds of workers in Bergen County and throughout New Jersey reclaim their financial security after workplace violations, and we’re ready to do the same for you.

Don’t let your employer violate your rights. Contact Cowen & Jacobs now to discuss your case.

Why Work With An Employment Lawyer?

Workplace mistreatment can leave you feeling frustrated and uncertain about your future, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you’re dealing with wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, or a hostile work environment, an employment lawyer can  protecting your rights and hold employer accountable under New Jersey employment laws.

The Cowen & Jacobs Difference

At Cowen & Jacobs, we’ve spent decades fighting for employees who have been treated unfairly.  We take a strategic, evidence-driven approach to every case, building strong legal claims to demand justice for workers in Garfield, Englewood Cliffs, and surrounding New Jersey communities.

You’ve dedicated years to your career, and we won’t let an employer take that away from you. Whether you’re dealing with wage theft, workplace harassment, or employer retaliation, our employment lawyers will fight tirelessly to secure the best outcome for your case.

"They made me feel empowered in a situation where I felt powerless. I always knew they had my back." — Hear From Our Clients

Employment Law Cases We Handle

Our employment lawyers handle a wide range of employment law cases, to protect your rights and your future:

Employment Contracts & Workplace Agreements

Our employment lawyers review, draft, and negotiate contracts to ensure fair terms for non-compete clauses, severance agreements, and confidentiality provisions.

Workplace Discrimination

Facing unfair treatment because of your race, gender, disability, or background? We’ll hold your employer accountable.

Severance & Compensation Disputes

If your employer is withholding severance pay, unpaid wages, or earned bonuses, we’ll fight to recover the compensation you deserve.

Workplace Discrimination

If you’ve been discriminated against based on your race, gender, age, or another protected characteristic, we’ll hold your employer accountable and fight for justice.

Wrongful Termination

If you’ve been fired due to retaliation, discrimination, or whistleblowing, our attorneys will fight to recover lost wages and hold your employer accountable.

Sexual Harassment

We fight aggressively against employers who allow sexual harassment and hostile work environments, protecting your rights and demanding accountability.

Wage Violations

If your employer has denied overtime pay, forced you to work off the clock, or misclassified your role to avoid fair wages, we’ll fight for you.

Whistleblower Protection

If you’ve been retaliated against for doing the right thing, we fight for your rights and the compensation you deserve.

Our Process For Building Strong Cases

  1. Consultation: We start by listening to your story and understanding the details of the workplace misconduct.
  2. Collect Evidence: We gather all relevant emails, contracts, performance reviews, and other evidence to build a strong case against your employer.
  3. Apply NJ Law: We assess your situation in the context of state and federal employment laws to establish our legal strategy.
  4. Case Strategy: We create a strategic gameplan to achieve the best outcome for your case.
  5. Representation: Through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we fight for your rights and the future of your career.

Know Your Rights As A Worker in New Jersey

New Jersey employment laws protect you from wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and wage violations. While the state follows at-will employment, employers cannot fire employees for illegal reasons, such as retaliation, discrimination, or whistleblowing.

Workers in Saddle River are protected under several key laws:

If your employer has violated your rights, our employment law attorneys will hold them accountable and pursue the justice you deserve.

Decades of Experience, Proven Results: Why Work With Us? 

When your career is on the line, you need experienced attorneys to fight for justice and protect your future. Here’s why employees like you trust Cowen and Jacobs:
  • 35+ years of employment law experience, handling a wide range of workplace disputes
  • One-on-one access to your attorney: You work closely with an attorney who knows your case inside and out; you’ll never be passed off to an assistant
  • Focused on your long-term stability: We fight for outcomes that support the future of your career and your long-term financial stability.
  • Strategic negotiations and litigation: Settlement strategies and aggressive negotiations backed by decades of courtroom experience.
  • Women-owned firm fighting for equality: We won’t let your employer get away with mistreatment.

You’ve worked hard to build your career—don’t let your employer’s mistreatment affect your progress. Get in touch with us today to discuss your case.

Common Questions About Employment Law

 Document all incidents: keep emails, performance reviews, and witness statements whenever possible. Our employment lawyers will file your claim and build a strong case to hold your employer accountable.

Yes, you can sue your employer if you were fired for an illegal reason. While New Jersey follows at-will employment, your employer cannot terminate you due to discrimination, retaliation, or whistleblowing. 

If your employer has withheld wages, denied overtime pay, or misclassified your employment status, you have the right to take legal action. Keep detailed records of your work hours, pay stubs, and wage-related communications. Our attorneys  will file a claim and fight to recover every dollar you’re owed.

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Your Trusted Advocates: Meet Our Employment Lawyers

Barbara E. Cowen
Barbara E. Cowen

Admitted to practice in New Jersey in 1981, Barbara E. Cowen has decades of experience handling high-stakes employment disputes. She represents her clients with aggressive litigation strategies and a deep understanding of the New Jersey court system.

Sara
Sara Jacobs

With prior experience serving as a Superior Court arbitrator, Sara Jacobs she understands how employment cases are assessed and resolved in New Jersey. She uses strategic negotiation, mediation, and litigation strategies to defend her clients’ rights and hold employers accountable.

Don’t Let Your Employer Damage Your Career: Call Us Today

If you’ve faced workplace mistreatment, you need an employment lawyer who will stand up for your rights. Cowen & Jacobs has the experience, resources, and determination to hold employers accountable and fight for the justice you deserve.

Take the first step toward reclaiming your career. Schedule a consultation with Cowen & Jacobs today and get the legal support you need.

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