Labor & Employment

Our Employment team offers guidance on every aspect of labor and employment matters, including, but not limited to:

• Wage and Hour Issues: We offer guidance on compliance with federal and state wage laws, including overtime and employee classification.
• Hiring, Performance Management, and Termination: Our firm provides support for lawful hiring practices, employee evaluations, and risk-minimized terminations.
• Equal Opportunity and Discrimination Claims: We provide defense and prevention strategies for workplace discrimination and harassment claims.
• Administrative Agencies: We offer representation in proceedings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Department of Labor (DOL), Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and other regulatory bodies.
• Trial and Complex Litigation: Our attorneys provide skilled representation in employment-related lawsuits, including high-stakes and complex cases.
• Investigations: We conduct thorough and impartial workplace investigations into misconduct or complaints.
• Accommodation and Leaves of Absence: We advise on compliance with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other leave-related regulations.
• Noncompete, Non-Solicitation, and Nondisclosure Agreements: We draft and enforce agreements to protect your business interests.
• Employee Handbooks, Policies, and Procedures: We develop clear and compliant documentation to guide workplace behavior. Our firm has previously written about the value of well-drafted handbooks.
• Labor Relations: We assist with union negotiations, collective bargaining, and related matters.
• Unfair Competition & Trade Secrets: Our team protects your business from unfair practices and safeguards proprietary information.
• Class and Collective Actions Litigation: We provide defense against class action lawsuits involving wage, hour, or other employment claims.

We serve a wide range of employers, including:

• Small and Medium-Sized Businesses: Our team offers personalized guidance to help you build and maintain a compliant workforce.
• Large Corporations: We deliver strategic legal support to manage complex employment law challenges.
• Nonprofit Organizations: We provide specialized advice to meet the unique needs of mission-driven entities.
• Startups: Our team assists with foundational employment policies to set your business up for success.
• Franchises: Our attorneys can help you ensure consistent labor practices across multiple locations.

No matter your industry or business size, we tailor our services to meet your specific needs and goals.