Erik Mass

Erik Mass is of counsel in the New York City, New York, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Erik partners closely with employers to address complex workplace legal challenges, offering practical, forward looking guidance and representation informed by continuous dialogue and the ever-changing demands of the employment law landscape. 

Erik's litigation practice focuses on representing employers in single- and multi-plaintiff anti-discrimination and wage and hour class and collective actions. He also regularly defends employers engaged in disputes concerning restrictive covenants, employment contracts and policies, and workplace safety laws, including the OSH Act. 

A strong proponent of proactive risk management, Erik counsels employers on compliance with state and federal employment laws governing discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wage and hour issues, employee mobility, the WARN Act, leave entitlements, and whistleblower protections. He also advises on the responsible use of AI and machine learning in the workplace, including generative AI policies and bias audits—an area of growing importance for organizations seeking to remain compliant and competitive. His experience spans companies in media, retail, manufacturing, technology, hospitality, education, food services, and transportation, providing him with nuanced insight into the distinct compliance pressures employers face across sectors. 

Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Erik practiced employment law at an AmLaw 100 firm. In law school, Erik was an active member of Fordham Law's moot court team, competing against teams from law schools across the country.