Neil Mullin, Employment Attorney in Montclair, New Jersey
focused on Employment, Litigation, and Whistleblower
Montclair, NJ
Trusted employment attorney serving Montclair.
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Neil Mullin is an attorney based in Montclair, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Whistleblower.
- Based in
- Montclair, NEW JERSEY
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Whistleblower
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Whistleblower matters from Montclair, NEW JERSEY.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Newark) (2025).
About Neil Mullin: Neil Mullin is an attorney based in Montclair, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Whistleblower.
Areas of practice
Neil's practice areas in Montclair
Neil concentrates on employment, litigation, and whistleblower. Each area below outlines the kind of case Neil handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Whistleblower
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Employment cases in Montclair, New Jersey
Neil takes employment matters in Montclair, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Montclair, New Jersey
Neil takes litigation matters in Montclair, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Whistleblower cases in Montclair, New Jersey
Neil takes whistleblower matters in Montclair, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Biography
Neil Mullin, employment attorney serving Montclair
Neil Mullin is an attorney based in Montclair, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Whistleblower. Neil works from Montclair, New Jersey and takes on employment matters across the region.
Neil Mullin has been a plaintiff's employment lawyer for 30 years. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a Fellow of the American College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. A graduate of Columbia University magna cum laude and phi beta kappa, he graduated from Rutgers Law School in Newark, New Jersey. He has been honored as a Distinguished Graduate of Rutgers. He has argued successfully in the Supreme Court of the United States and the Supreme Court of New Jersey. Mr. Mullin has achieved numerous substantial employment law and civil rights jury verdicts in New Jersey and has achieved substantial qui tam settlements. Mr. Mullin has advised high level executives with regard to personal employment law issues. He has appeared on Court TV and has been published in the New York Times, the Seton Hall Law Review, and other publications. He has lectured throughout the state of New Jersey and the country and has recently lectured on employment law at Oxford University, England, for the Industrial Law Society.
Working with Neil on a employment matter
Neil Mullin has been a plaintiff's employment lawyer for 30 years. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a Fellow of the American College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. A graduate of Columbia University magna cum laude and phi beta kappa, he graduated from Rutgers Law School in Newark, New Jersey. He has been honored as a Distinguished Graduate of Rutgers. He has argued…
Clients Neil works with
Neil reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and whistleblower matters in Montclair and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Neil studied and practices
Rutgers University–Newark
J.D. · 1980
Columbia University
— · 1976
Neil studied at J.D. in Rutgers University–Newark and — in Columbia University.
Law school and academic background
Neil completed J.D. in Rutgers University–Newark and — in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Neil runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Neil's legal honors and published work
Neil has received 18 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Newark)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Newark)
2014
Lawyer of the Year — Labor and Employment Law (Newark)
2010
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration and Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Discrimination
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Harassment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Individuals
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam/False Claims Act
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Whistleblowers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Discharge
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Newark) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Individuals (Newark) (2014). Lawyer of the Year — Labor and Employment Law (Newark) (2010). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law (2026).
Locations
Neil Mullin's office in Montclair
Neil's primary office is at 240 Claremont Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey, 07042. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Neil Mullin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Neil usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Neil charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil'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; Neil will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Montclair, 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 Neil
Neil 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. Neil confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Neil'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 Neil Mullin
How much does it cost to hire Neil for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Neil walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Neil offer a free consultation?
Neil charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Neil'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. Neil gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Neil take my case if I'm outside Montclair?
Neil 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 — Neil 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 Neil?
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. Neil will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Neil accepting new employment clients right now?
Neil's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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