Department profile
Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Labor & Employment

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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Rankings

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Labor & Employment - Texas

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Perkins Coie LLP is well versed in a variety of labor and employment matters, including trade secret theft, wage and hour, and sexual harassment claims. The firm has notable strength handling discrimination charges, and counseling employers on internal diversity and inclusion programs. It regularly represents clients in the technology, manufacturing and finance industries, among others.

Strengths

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  • Perkins Coie excels at labor law and its depth is particularly strong. The firm's lawyers proactively call me to stay in touch and are able to communicate effectively at all levels up to C-suite.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Perkins Coie has deep expertise and is a trusted strategic adviser. Its legal team is analytical and trained to anticipate risks and craft solutions.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • The firm's lawyers are outstanding practitioners and partners with us. They are knowledgeable, responsive to our needs and provide practical advice.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Perkins Coie's labor lawyers are exceptionally responsive and distinguish themselves through the extent to which they have quickly embraced our company's unique approaches to risk and communication.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Perkins Coie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to provide creative and practical advice in even difficult circumstances. It is always prompt and thorough.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Richard B Hankins
    Band 4Richard B Hankins

    Richard B Hankins

    Richard Hankins counsels management on the full gamut of labor relations issues. He assists clients with union organizing and strike avoidance, and also advises on labor concerns arising out of corporate transactions.

    • Richard is a strategist and understands the larger picture as well as the granular details and logistics of matters. He is remarkably responsive and understands our business goals.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • Richard works to understand our firm's mission and vision. He strives to move us to a better condition.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • Richard is among the best traditional labor lawyers with whom I have worked. He is smart, creative, practical and prompt. He is also a joy to work with.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • Richard combines solid legal expertise with practical problem-solving skills. He quickly grasps workplace dynamics and offers advice in very little time.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • Richard is an exceptional labor law strategist, who bridges the gap between formal advocacy and front-line tactical execution.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA

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