Atty. David E. Strand
David Strand is a partner in both the firm's New Jersey and New York office. His practice involves representing employers in state and federal court and before state and federal agencies.
Litigation - Labor and Employment Attorney · Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ
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About David E. Strand at a Glance
David E. Strand is a employment and litigation attorney based in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, practicing at Fisher Phillips LLP. Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Serves clients in Berkeley Heights, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Strand
- David Strand is a partner in both the firm's New Jersey and New York office
- His practice involves representing employers in state and federal court and before state and federal agencies
- He has litigated cases alleging race, sex, age, national origin, and handicap discrimination as well as wrongful termination, retaliation, and sexual harassment claims
- David also has litigated breach of contract claims, whistleblower claims, and restrictive covenant cases involving non-compete and trade secret agreements
- He has negotiated collective bargaining agreements and arbitrated or mediated a variety of claims brought under those agreements
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Strand's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Strand handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Berkeley Heights.
Employment Law in Berkeley Heights
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David E. Strand is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →
Civil Litigation in Berkeley Heights
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 Berkeley Heights
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 venue, 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.
Berkeley Heights Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Berkeley Heights-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Berkeley Heights Choose David E. Strand
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E. Strand's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, David E. Strand can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Berkeley Heights
A Berkeley Heights-based practice means David E. Strand attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David E. Strand Handles in Berkeley Heights
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David E. Strand has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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