The Employment Law Practice provides advice and counsel in connection with a broad range of human resources issues. These include union negotiations; litigation and counseling related to discrimination, sexual harassment, wage/hour compliance, Family and Medical Leave Act and ADA matters; and reductions in force. Lawyers may provide both litigation and counseling or specialize in one discipline.
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In addition, employment lawyers advise clients on their wholesale employment policies and practices to ensure compliance with employment laws. They are also frequently called upon to assist with the employment aspects of business transactions like M&A and restructurings.
Labor and employment attorneys are also frequently asked to handle employee benefits issues such as compensation, commissions and bonus arrangements, employment contracts, work rules/company regulations, international assignment/transfer structures and restrictive covenants (such as non-compete and nonsolicitation agreements). Attorneys specializing in employment law often take part in drafting and reviewing corporate compliance programs and implementing international workplace compliance measures.
Finally, attorneys who practice in this area often represent employees and individuals seeking justice in federal courts, state courthouses and local administrative agencies. These claims range from a single case involving discrimination or harassment to nationwide class actions. They are often asked to defend employers in lawsuits based on allegations of retaliation, violations of the National Labor Relations Act, state and federal wage/hour laws, employment and severance contracts, whistleblower claims, family and medical leave laws and ADA matters. They may also be asked to conduct training seminars for HR professionals, managers and staff on topics such as sensitivity training and protected classes, reasonable accommodations, sexual harassment and other EEO/EEO issues.