Labor & Employment
USA Guide 2024 : Michigan
Band 2
Email address
[email protected]Contact number
+1 616 742 3930About
Provided by Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Attorneys routinely defend clients against claims of wrongful discharge, harassment, discrimination, workplace defamation, breach of contract, invasion of privacy, ERISA violations, illicit drug testing and other federal and state law claims, and enforce noncompetition and non-solicitation agreements. The extensive traditional labor practice defends against unfair labor practice charges and union-organizing campaigns, negotiating and administrating union contracts, and coaching and training on lawful union avoidance techniques.
Chambers Review
Barnes & Thornburg is a distinguished firm handling a wide range of matters for regional and national employers. It is particularly recognized for its prowess in labor relations and employment disputes as well as claims brought under the FLSA and Civil Rights Act. Its industry expertise covers chemicals and education, and it is especially well known for its work advising on traditional labor issues in the healthcare sector.
Work Highlights
- Barnes & Thornburg assisted Martin Transportation System’s HR Manager and Labor Relations leads with all of the company’s negotiations for new collective bargaining agreements in Ohio and Michigan.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm is very good at helping to put complex agreements in place."
"The team is efficient and thorough when working through complex and sophisticated matters."
"The firm is very good at helping to put complex agreements in place."
"The team is efficient and thorough when working through complex and sophisticated matters."
Notable Practitioners
Keith Brodie is widely regarded as a leading labor and employment lawyer, with strong expertise in collective bargaining and notable experience representing manufacturers and healthcare companies.
"He covered every angle we could think of and then some. He did a fantastic job!"
Amy Zdravecky focuses on traditional labor law matters, including union negotiations and NLRB proceedings.
"Amy is very knowledgeable and did a fantastic job."
Donald Lawless has a wealth of experience in employment disputes as well as occupational health and safety and collective bargaining mandates.
Jennifer Stocker is noted for her expert representation of clients in complex employment disputes, including wage and hour, harassment and retaliation claims.
Ranked Lawyers at
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Michigan
Members
Provided by Barnes & Thornburg LLP