NJLAD
New Jersey Law Against Discrimination
Defending discrimination claims and advising on policy under one of the broadest anti-discrimination statutes in the country.
The Statute
Why NJLAD demands proactive counsel.
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination prohibits discrimination in housing, employment, and public accommodations on the basis of an extensive list of protected characteristics — including some not covered by federal law.
Damages can be substantial, and prevailing plaintiffs are entitled to attorney's fees. Sound policy and well-trained staff are the best protection.
Defense
Responding to a Division on Civil Rights complaint or lawsuit.
Most NJLAD matters begin with a Division on Civil Rights complaint or a demand letter. Early factual investigation and a careful position statement frame the rest of the case.
We defend NJLAD matters in DCR proceedings and in court, with particular focus on housing-related claims involving leasing decisions, screening, and accommodations.
- DCR investigation response
- Position statements
- Document preservation
- Court litigation defense
Policies & Training
Building a defensible operation.
Tenant screening criteria, application processes, occupancy standards, source-of-income policies, and accommodation procedures should all be documented and consistently applied.
We draft and review these policies and provide training to on-site teams so the day-to-day decisions match the written program.
- Screening criteria review
- Source-of-income policy
- Occupancy standards
- On-site staff training
Resolution
Settlement, conciliation, and trial.
DCR offers conciliation; courts have their own settlement frameworks. We evaluate exposure realistically and recommend the path that protects both finances and reputation.
When trial is the right outcome, we have the courtroom experience to take the case there.
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Protected categories include race, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and familial status, source of lawful income, disability, and others. The list is broader than federal law.
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