Atty. Carla D. Macaluso

Atty. Carla D. Macaluso

Carla D. Macaluso is a principal in the Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, office of Jackson Lewis P.C.

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About Carla D. Macaluso at a glance

Carla D. Macaluso is a employment and litigation attorney based in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Berkeley Heights, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Carla D. Macaluso is a principal in the Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, office of Jackson Lewis P.C
  • She focuses her practice on employment litigation for management exclusively
  • Carla has handled all aspects of employment law litigation including claims of harassment and discrimination on the basis of gender, pregnancy, age, race, religion, national origin and disability, as well as wrongful discharge, FMLA, CEPA, invasion of privacy, defamation, breach of employment contracts and retaliation claims
  • Carla regularly represents employers in federal and state court, and administrative agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights
  • During law school, Carla was a notes editor for the Vermont Law Review
  • After law school, she clerked for the Honorable Carol McCracken of the Superior Court of New Jersey, Passaic County
  • Carla joined Jackson Lewis in 1997 and has represented employers since

Practice Areas Explained

Carla D. Macaluso's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carla D. Macaluso handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Berkeley Heights are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carla D. Macaluso

Where is Carla D. Macaluso's law office located?
Carla D. Macaluso's law practice is located in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. The firm is Jackson Lewis PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carla D. Macaluso handle?
Carla D. Macaluso focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Carla D. Macaluso go to law school?
Carla D. Macaluso earned their education at (J.D., 1996).
How can I contact Carla D. Macaluso for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Carla D. Macaluso received?
Carla D. Macaluso's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026

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