Gregory T. Alvarez, Employment Attorney in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
focused on Employment and Litigation
Berkeley Heights, NJ
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Gregory T. Alvarez is an attorney based in Berkeley Heights, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Berkeley Heights, NEW JERSEY
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Berkeley Heights, NEW JERSEY.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
About Gregory T. Alvarez: Gregory T. Alvarez is an attorney based in Berkeley Heights, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gregory T. Alvarez
Gregory concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
Gregory takes employment matters in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gregory agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
Gregory takes litigation matters in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gregory agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gregory T. Alvarez — Attorney of New Jersey employment experience
Gregory T. Alvarez is an attorney based in Berkeley Heights, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Gregory T. Alvarez is a principal in the Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He focuses his practice on employment litigation, including class and collective action cases, as well as employment law counseling. He is a member of the firm’s Hispanic-American Attorney resource group and board liaison to the firm’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee.
Greg joined Jackson Lewis in 1994 and has since counseled employers on complying with the law and minimizing their risk of employment law claims. He is a member of the firm’s Disability Leave and Health Management practice group. He also counsels and provides training to employers on many other employment law issues, including reductions in force, responding to employee complaints, including complaints of harassment, and restrictive covenant/non-compete-related issues.
In addition, Greg is a member of the firm’s Class Action practice group. He defends employers in federal and state court litigation and administrative charges, including many wage and hour class and collective actions and other multi-plaintiff litigations. He also has many years of experience representing employers in the higher education, healthcare, life sciences, transportation, higher education, construction and elevator industries, as well as extensive experience working with Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs).
Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Greg was a Field Attorney for Region 22 of the National Labor Relations Board, investigating and prosecuting unfair labor practices and conducting representation elections and hearings. Before law school, he worked in Human Resources for Macy's.
Greg has worked closely with numerous SHRM chapters and other similar business organizations, regularly volunteering his time to speak on a wide variety of employment law issues. He also is a member of the Board of Trustees for Catholic Charities of the Newark Archdiocese, a trustee for St. Philomena Parish, a former member of the Livingston Planning Board, and with his family has volunteered his time over the years with numerous other local community organizations.
Working with Gregory on a employment matter
Gregory T. Alvarez is a principal in the Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He focuses his practice on employment litigation, including class and collective action cases, as well as employment law counseling. He is a member of the firm’s Hispanic-American Attorney resource group and board liaison to the firm’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee. Greg joined Jackson…
Who Gregory represents
Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Berkeley Heights and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Gregory T. Alvarez's legal education and bar admissions
Fordham University
J.D. · 1991
Gregory studied at J.D. in Fordham University.
Law school and academic background
Gregory completed J.D. in Fordham University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Gregory T. Alvarez
Gregory has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026).
Locations
Gregory T. Alvarez's office in Berkeley Heights
Gregory's primary office is at 200 Connell Drive, Suite 2000, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, 07922. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Gregory T. Alvarez — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gregory usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gregory charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Gregory will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Gregory
Gregory discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gregory's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gregory T. Alvarez
How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gregory offer a free consultation?
Gregory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Gregory's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Gregory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside Berkeley Heights?
Gregory is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Gregory will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Gregory?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Gregory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gregory accepting new employment clients right now?
Gregory's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Berkeley Heights, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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