Lisa I. Fried-Grodin

Lisa I. Fried-Grodin

Trusted advisor to employees and employers in NJ/NY who need practical advice
  • Employment Law
  • New Jersey, New York
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Client Reviews
M. H. January 19, 2024
Positive Experience I had a very positive experience working with Lisa and would recommend her to others who need a staunch advocate and supporter. She listened carefully to the circumstances of my complaint against a former employer and quickly grasped the details, concluding that I had a case worthy of pursuit. She is very professional and meticulous. Her written letters did a great job of capturing the facts and explaining the essence of our case. I appreciated that she asked for my input and respectfully listened to it and took it under advisement. The overall effort took longer than I expected, but Lisa remained steadfast and encouraging throughout, even when my confidence sometimes wavered. It felt good to know she was in my corner. She was thorough in her research and very clear and articulate in her status updates. It was evident that she remained consistently focused on my case. It was very easy to maintain the thread of our conversations throughout the entire multi-month process. I never wondered where things stood. This extended to her precise accounting and invoicing. Though I suspect this is a customary practice, I nevertheless found it very helpful. It served more than one purpose. It provided a detailed list of actions completed and a glimpse into her thoroughness, and it also inspired confidence that she was leaving no stone unturned in her fight to win my case. Thanks to Lisa, we achieved a desirable outcome!
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Biography

Lisa is the owner of Fried-Grodin Employment Law LLC, a modern law firm for the evolving workplace. Workplace change is constant. Lisa started this law firm to provide employees and employers in New Jersey and New York with innovative solutions to today’s evolving workplace issues.

Lisa’s clients know they can count on her no matter how new or complicated their employment issue may be. Since COVID-19 started impacting our lives in a significant way in 2020, she has been working closely with employees and employers to come up with strategies and answers to questions not pondered before or contemplated including vaccine testing and mask mandates, keeping employees safe, flexible schedules, workplace safety-based accommodation requests, hybrid work, the great resignation, and more.

When things aren’t going well at work, it can affect our sleep, finances and overall well-being. Lisa helps employees and employers overcome these challenges so they can focus on their careers, lives and businesses. Her experience representing both employees and employers gives her insight into the values, strategies and tactics used by both sides at work and in litigation. This enables her to be an informed, trusted advisor, zealous advocate and effective mediator.

She represents clients in litigation and also provides employment law advice to address situations successfully without litigation, including matters involving discipline and termination, sexual harassment, discrimination, medical and family leaves, whistleblower/retaliation, wage and hour requirements, compensation issues, employee classification issues (exempt and nonexempt employee status and contractor and employee status), employment agreements, separation agreements and workplace policies.

To see reviews about Lisa go to https://friedgrodinlaw.com/

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Practice Area
Employment Law
Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Video Conferencing
  • Zoom
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    We take cases on a contingency fee and hourly fee arrangement. I would need to know the specifics of a case before determining what fee arrangement would apply.
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    ACH bank transfer and checks also accepted.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New Jersey
New Jersey Courts
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New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
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Professional Experience
Owner, Employment Attorney
Fried-Grodin Employment Law LLC
- Current
Partner, Co-Founder
Meyers Fried-Grodin LLP
- Current
Associate
Fox Rothschild, LLP
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Associate
Grotta Glassman & Hoffman PC
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Education
St. John's University School of Law
J.D.
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University of Maryland - College Park
B.S. | Journalism
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Awards
Top Lawyer Essex County
Morris Essex Health and Life Magazine
Super Lawyer-NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Top Lawyer
Morris Essex Health and Life Magazine
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Top Lawyer
Morris Essex Health and Life Magazine
Top Lawyer
Morris Essex Health and Life Magazine
Super Lawyer- NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Top Lawyer
Morris Essex Health and Life Magazine
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Top Lawyer
Morris Essex Health and Life Magazine
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers NJ Employment Law
Super Lawyers
Professional Associations
New Jersey State Bar  # 28402001
Member of the Labor and Employment Law Committee
Current
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Morris Essex Small Firm Networking Group
Director
Current
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New York City Bar Association
Member of the Labor and Employment Law Committee
- Current
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Speaking Engagements
COVID-19 Employment Law Issues, webinar
Morris Essex Small Firm Networking Group
HEALTH AND SAFETY WORKPLACE CHALLENGES FOR EMPLOYERS, webinar
New Jersey Small Business Development Center at Brookdale Community College
Wage and Hour Law Concerns During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Morris Chamber of Commerce Human Resources Committee, virtual
Morris Chamber of Commerce
Websites & Blogs
Website
Legal Answers
15 Questions Answered
Q. Hi, I have been audited by the NJ Dep. of Labor and they have concluded sub-contractor does not meet the requirements
A: It sounds like the NJDOL determined that there was insufficient proof that the subcontractor was an independent business under the ABC test. This case will give you a good understanding of the legal issues https://www.njcourts.gov/system/files/court-opinions/2022/a_7_21.pdf

It may be worthwhile for you to hire an employment attorney to assess if you have any defenses to this determination.
Q. Can an employer require me to sign a non compete agreement after I have already resigned? I am in food services.
A: An employee cannot withhold an employee's check for this reason in NJ. If this occurs you should file a wage claim with NJ Department of Labor. An employee has no obligation to sign such a document after resignation.
Q. Can a person be discriminated because of their religion at their place of employment.
A: It is unlawful to discriminate against an employee based on their religion under both federal, NY and NJ discrimination law. You should consult with an employment attorney to discuss your matter further and get advice on how to address this.
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Contact & Map
Fried-Grodin Employment Law LLC
277 Fairfield Road
Suite 210A
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Telephone: (973) 718-2714
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed