Labor Law

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Labor Law Attorneys in New Jersey

Trusted Advocates for Labor Unions, Public Employees, and Associations

At Zirrith Law, we are proud to represent labor unions, employee associations, and individual public employees in legal matters across New Jersey. With decades of experience, our firm is a steadfast ally in protecting the rights of unionized workers and ensuring fair treatment under state labor laws.

Whether you are navigating collective bargaining, facing disciplinary action, or appealing a pension denial, we are here to guide you through every step with trusted counsel and skilled representation.

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Our Labor Law Services

We offer comprehensive legal support in the following areas:

Collective Bargaining & Contract Negotiations
We represent labor unions in negotiations with employers to secure fair wages, benefits, and working conditions.
Grievance and Disciplinary Hearings
We defend union members and employees facing disciplinary action and guide unions through internal grievance processes.

Unfair Practice Charges & Civil Service Appeals
We handle unfair labor practice complaints, promotion disputes, list removal appeals, and related matters before the New Jersey Civil Service Commission and Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC).

Labor Representation Before Agencies
We appear on behalf of clients before:
- Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC)
- Civil Service Commission (CSC)
- State Board of Mediation
- Division of Pensions and Benefits
- Office of Administrative Law (OAL)
- State and Appellate Courts of New Jersey

Who We Represent

Public-sector labor unions and associations
Police and firefighter unions
Teachers and education professionals
Civil service workers
Individual union members and public employees

Why Choose The Daniel J. Zirrith Law Firm

Decades of proven experience in NJ labor law
Extensive knowledge of civil service and pension regulations
Respected advocates for public employees and unions
Hands-on, responsive service tailored to your needs

Pension & Appeals Representation

Navigating New Jersey’s complex pension system can be overwhelming—especially when your financial future is at stake. Our firm helps employees through every phase of the pension process, including:

Counseling and application assistance for:

Service Retirement

Ordinary Disability Retirement

Accidental Disability Retirement

Appeals related to:

Denied retirement applications

“Honorable Service” determinations

Return-to-work restrictions

Service credit disputes

We regularly appear before the Board of Trustees of New Jersey’s major public retirement systems:

Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS)
Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF)

We also represent clients in pension-related matters before the Office of Administrative Law (OAL).

Get in Touch

Whether you’re a union leader negotiating a contract or an employee facing a pension denial, Zirrith Law Firm is ready to help.

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