About Robert
Robert J. Cino: Experienced Employment Law Litigator in New Jersey
Robert J. Cino is a principal in the Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, office of Jackson Lewis P.C., focusing on litigation for management exclusively within the realm of employment law. Robert handles all aspects of employment law litigation, including claims of harassment and discrimination based on gender, pregnancy, age, race, religion, national origin and disability, wrongful discharge, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), CEPA (Equal Pay Act) and retaliation claims.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Employment Law - Management
Robert has extensive jury trial experience, previously serving as an assistant prosecutor with the Union County Prosecutor's Office in Elizabeth, New Jersey. As a prosecutor, Robert successfully negotiated over 100 pleas and appeared in over 1500 sentencing proceedings. In April 2015, he co-counseled a five-week trial for Jackson Lewis where they represented Defendant in a case alleging unlawful failure to promote on the basis of gender and pregnancy leave.
Robert also successfully obtained injunctive relief for employers who were subjected to offensive and threatening conduct. He has received recognition from Best Attorney USA, including being recognized as a leader in Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment since 2022.
Awards
- Recognized: Employment Law - Management (Best Attorney USA)
- Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment (Best Attorney USA)
Firms
- Jackson Lewis P.C., New Jersey, United States
Affiliations
- Mock Trial Team at Seton Hall University (founding member)
Robert has a strong commitment to justice and has dedicated his career to defending individuals against wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and other employment-related grievances. His extensive background as a prosecutor provides him with invaluable insight into the nuances of labor laws and litigation strategies.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Seton Hall University, United States (2010)
- J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law, New Jersey, United States (2013)
Bar Admissions
- New Jersey, United States (2013)
Robert speaks English and is fluent in Spanish.