Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded
USA Guide 2024 : Illinois
Band 1
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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 has a broad labor and employment practice handling a range of disputes, including litigation and arbitration. It is adept at defending employers against discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims. The group frequently assists with executive employment agreements, noncompete work and employee handbook updates.
Work Highlights
- Barnes & Thornburg defended the Midwestern University dental school in connection with a lawsuit filed by a former faculty member alleging age discrimination and defamation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Barnes & Thornburg are exceptionally responsive and client-focused."
"They are incredibly professional."
"Barnes & Thornburg are exceptionally responsive and client-focused."
"They are incredibly professional."
Notable Practitioners
David Ritter has significant experience defending employers in cases centered on discrimination, harassment and retaliation, among other claims.
Norma Zeitler is frequently sought out to advise employers on high-level HR concerns. She also has a wealth of experience handling labor and employment disputes for clients in the nonprofit and healthcare sectors, among others.
"Norma is fabulous. She is responsive and has the ability to turn things around for us, regardless of how full her plate is. We have been in a good place when we follow her advice."
Christina Janice is an experienced practitioner who draws on her experience as former in-house counsel at a multinational company to provide strategic advice on a range of employment issues. She is well placed to handle wage and hour class actions.
"She is a very good litigator."
Ranked Lawyers at
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Illinois