Jessica Y. Ma, Employment Attorney in Springfield, New Jersey
focused on Employment and Litigation
Springfield New, NJ
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Jessica Y. Ma is an attorney based in Springfield, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Springfield, NEW JERSEY
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- attorney
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Springfield, NEW JERSEY.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Jessica Y. Ma: Jessica Y. Ma is an attorney based in Springfield, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jessica takes on
Jessica concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jessica handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Springfield, New Jersey
Jessica takes employment matters in Springfield, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jessica agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Springfield, New Jersey
Jessica takes litigation matters in Springfield, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jessica agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jessica Y. Ma — employment lawyer in Springfield
Jessica Y. Ma is an attorney based in Springfield, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Jessica Ma is an associate at O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble and specializes in personal injury and medical malpractice matters involving individuals who have been significantly harmed as the result of the fault of another. Jessica joined the firm in 2022 with extensive criminal and civil litigation experience.
After completing a criminal clerkship in Atlantic County with the Honorable Kyran Connor, J.S.C. (ret.), Jessica served as an assistant prosecutor at the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office, where she worked closely with law enforcement in prosecuting hundreds of criminal matters on behalf of innocent victims. She has also obtained favorable verdicts in a wide array of criminal cases, including murder, armed robbery, and various narcotic-related offenses.
Prior to joining the firm, Jessica amassed years of civil litigation experience working as a defense attorney in medical malpractice defense and public entity defense. She handled cases involving allegations of medical negligence, premise liability, civil rights violations, and workplace discrimination/wrongful termination.
Jessica received her B.A. magna cum laude from Rutgers College, where she competed in the intercollegiate mock trial program all four years. She obtained her J.D. from Rutgers Law School in Camden, where she was participated in moot court and served as the Lead State Constitutional Law Editor of the Rutgers Law Journal.
Jessica is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, the New Jersey Women’s Lawyer Association, and the Middlesex County Bar Association.
Working with Jessica on a employment matter
Jessica Ma is an associate at O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble and specializes in personal injury and medical malpractice matters involving individuals who have been significantly harmed as the result of the fault of another. Jessica joined the firm in 2022 with extensive criminal and civil litigation experience. After completing a criminal clerkship in Atlantic County with the Honorable Kyran…
Who Jessica represents
Jessica reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Springfield and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Rutgers University–Camden
J.D. · 2013
Jessica studied at J.D. in Rutgers University–Camden.
Law school and academic background
Jessica completed J.D. in Rutgers University–Camden. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jessica runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jessica has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Jessica Y. Ma's office in Springfield
Jessica's primary office is at 959 South Springfield Avenue, Second Floor, Springfield, New Jersey, 07081. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
959 South Springfield Avenue, Second Floor
Springfield, New Jersey 07081
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How to hire Jessica Y. Ma — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jessica usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jessica charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jessica's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jessica will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Springfield, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jessica
Jessica discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jessica confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jessica's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jessica Y. Ma
How much does it cost to hire Jessica for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jessica walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jessica offer a free consultation?
Jessica charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jessica's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jessica's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jessica gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jessica take my case if I'm outside Springfield?
Jessica is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jessica will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jessica?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jessica will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jessica accepting new employment clients right now?
Jessica's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Springfield, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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