SJM_PROFILE_Schorr and Associates - FINAL_profile 11 / 22 / 22 1 : 34 PM Page 1 PROMOTION B U S I N E S S S P O T L I G H T at a large multi - state firm that houses hundreds of attorneys . And as a result , Schorr & Associates lawyers have become experts in helping clients navigate the many complex chal - lenges surrounding both employment and unemployment matters . But too often they come across clients who seek out their expertise after their workplace issues have ballooned . “ The best time to call a lawyer is the first moment you realize you are having issues in the workplace , ” Adam says . “ A lot of people will call us and say their problems have been going on for months , maybe years ; or that they just quit their job . I just wish they had called us sooner . We really can help navigate those legal issues you can run into in the workplace . ” “ We urge people , if they are experi - encing unfair treatment at work , call a WELL REPRESENTED lawyer to talk about it to see what can be done . Maybe we can help improve their When it comes to advocating for employee rights , the highly work life . And if we can’t , at least we can respected and trusted firm of Schorr & Associates has negotiate a way out for them so they can retain their unemployment benefits and relentlessly fought for the protection of employees . BY PETER PROKO be able to have a safety net in between These days , Schorr is joined by his son f Alan Schorr had his way , he’d put up a jobs , ” adds Alan . and partner Adam , who handles unem - large billboard on the New Jersey Turn - Now , as Schorr & Associates nears its ployment cases , giving the law firm the Ipike that reads “ Don’t Quit Your Job ! ” 30th anniversary , Alan says he sees the best of both worlds when it comes to pro - For the longtime attorney who spe - future of the firm focused on trying to tecting employees and helping to expand cializes in employment law , it’s sage advice resolve matters with minimum litigation . their rights . for those who may be experiencing harass - “ I like to call it collaborative employment “ If you don’t know how the entire ment , discrimination or unfair treatment law , where we work with employers to system works , you can run into unexpected in the workplace . negotiate a fair resolution , rather than issues , ” Adam says . “ Having that expertise “ So often , people [ in that situation ] just running to court . ” to avoid traps and make sure everything get frustrated and leave their job . When All in all , as firm believers in civil rights , goes as smooth as possible is quite helpful . ” they walk out the door , they’ve left all their being able to assist people going through Since the firm’s inception , Alan Schorr rights behind and have taken away our an extremely difficult time in their life is has put his fingerprints all over the constantly ability to negotiate a successful exit for one of the most rewarding aspects of the evolving world of employment law , whether them , ” he says . job for both father and son . it’s representing clients locally , in front of Fighting for employees ’ rights is some - “ People call me and they break down the New Jersey Supreme Court or the Supe - thing Schorr has been passionate about crying , ” says Adam . “ With unemployment rior Court Appellate Division . What’s more , since he started the law firm of Schorr & disputes , you are talking about people he’s served as a liaison to the National Associates back in 1993 . After years of with no income coming in . In some cases , Employment Lawyers Association New running a string of successful businesses , it’s the difference between having a home Jersey for nearly three decades and regularly he became involved in what he calls a lot or being homeless , or putting food on the testifies before state lawmakers on bills of “ fascinating ” legal issues in the world table . To get those calls , there’s nothing and issues pertaining to employment law . of trademark and licensing . That led to like it , and so I plan to continue to fight All told , Schorr & Associates has been him pursuing his MBA and law degree ; on the side of the employees . ” a part of at least 20 groundbreaking deci - he initially envisioned a new career in “ The handshakes and hugs we get sions that have expanded employee rights . intellectual property law , but quickly piv - from grateful clients , that means all the “ We have really been at the forefront , oted . world to us . We are changing people’s both “ I realized that my background as an by way of our successful appellate lives ” Alan says . ? employer coupled with my MBA degree decisions and our successful lobbying at made me really well - suited for representing the New Jersey legislature , ” Alan says . Schorr & Associates , P.C . employees in workplace disputes and I Despite playing such a key role in these love this area of the law , ” Alan says . Over landmark decisions , Schorr & Associates 5 Split Rock Drive , Cherry Hill the last 30 years , Alan had many high - remains a boutique firm concentrated on ( 856 ) 874 - 9090 value trial victories and is a Certified Civil giving its clients a highly personalized Trial Attorney . SchorrLaw.com level of service , unlike what you may find SOUTH JERSEY MAGAZINE volume19 issue 8 SouthJerseyMagazine.com 24 | SOUTH JERSEY MAGAZINE APRIL 2005 www.southjersey.com 3