Ethical Considerations in New Jersey Employment Investigations and Litigation

The course aims to underscore the importance of ethical standards in employment law practice. Participants will explore the complexities of maintaining attorney-client privilege, managing conflicts of interest, and ensuring compliance with the Rules of Professional Conduct in New Jersey.

Attorneys will gain insights into best practices for conducting internal investigations, handling sensitive information, and navigating the ethical dilemmas that arise during litigation. This program is essential for employment law practitioners, in-house counsel, and HR professionals involved in workplace investigations and litigation. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of how to uphold ethical principles while effectively advocating for their clients in the dynamic field of employment law.

This program is intended for both in-house and outside counsel at all levels of practice.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify potential conflicts of interest raised during employment investigations and litigation
• Apply the Rules of Professional Conduct in the investigatory context
• Apply the Rules of Professional Conduct in the litigation context
• Evaluate best practices to address conflicts and preserve the attorney-client privilege