Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C. is one of New Jersey’s largest plaintiffs’ employment law firms, specializing in protecting employee rights and advocating for workers who have experienced workplace violations. With over 30 years of experience, the firm has a proven track record of securing significant settlements and judgments, often exceeding $1 million, and is recognized for its deep expertise in discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination cases.
The firm takes a personalized, results-driven approach, combining extensive litigation prowess with strategic negotiation to resolve disputes efficiently. Their attorneys—including multiple Super Lawyers and an AV Preeminent-rated partner—represent a diverse clientele, from senior executives and professionals to managers and administrators, focusing on maximizing compensation while minimizing client stress. They are equipped to handle cases against large corporations while maintaining a client-centered practice.
Services Offered
- Employment Law
- Discrimination Law
- Age Discrimination
- Discrimination Based on Medical Condition
- Ethnic Discrimination
- Race & National Origin Discrimination
- Religious Discrimination
- Sex and Gender Discrimination
- Disability Discrimination
- Pregnancy Discrimination
- Sexual Orientation Discrimination
- Reasonable Accommodations
- Hostile Work Environment
- Sexual Harassment
- Quid Pro Quo Harassment
- New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD)
- Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act
- Retaliation/Whistleblowing
- CEPA (Conscientious Employee Protection Act)
- Wrongful Termination
- Constructive Discharge
- Employee Misclassification
- Severance Packages
- Contract Negotiations
- Reviewing Employment Agreements
- Executive Employment Contracts
- Non-Compete Agreements
- Non-Solicitation Agreements
- Restrictive Covenants
- Duty of Loyalty
- Contract Disputes
- Shareholder & Partnership Disputes
- Promissory Estoppel
- Valuation of Stock Options
- Fraud & Misrepresentation
- Wage and Hour Violations
- Commissions as Wages
- Overtime Pay Disputes
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Maternity & Pregnancy Leave
- Leaves of Absence
- Remote Work Arrangements
- Litigation
- Arbitration & Mediation
- FINRA Arbitrations
- Settlements & Awards
The firm serves clients throughout New Jersey and New York, with a main office in Hackensack near the Bergen County Courthouse. Their attorneys are fluent in handling cases across various counties including Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, and Essex, and they offer flexible consultation options, including phone consultations, to accommodate client needs.
