About

Provided by Bracewell LLP

Bracewell has one of the most highly regarded labor and employment practices in the nation. We represent public and private employers across a wide breadth of industries, such as energy, manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, hospitality, staffing, media and technology. We also handle industry-specific issues regarding employment and labor matters in the energy sector, including wage-and-hour litigation and OSHA claims.

Our team brings a business-minded approach to employment-related issues, which enables us to obtain favorable settlements and avoid lengthy trials. We help clients on substantial matters nationwide involving class actions, wage and hour issues, age discrimination and race discrimination. We also handle whistleblower cases, as well as ERISA- and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)-related litigation, collective bargain and union organizing.

Our lawyers regularly advise clients on compliance with state and federal regulations. We work with clients to develop responses to emerging issues such as the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as developments in the law.

We have broad experience advising profit and non-profit organizations, healthcare systems, public and private institutions, religious organizations, professional sports teams and hospitality companies. In addition, we work alongside other practices within the firm to provide a full spectrum of services to our clients, from major M&A transactions to criminal proceedings involving labor and employment issues.

Chambers Review

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Labor & Employment - Texas

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Bracewell LLP's employment group is noted for its class action, whistle-blower and OSHA expertise. The firm's attorneys are experienced in handling union-management relations and litigating age and race discrimination cases. The team represents clients ranging from those in the hospitality industry to those in education.

Work Highlights

  • Bracewell LLP represented Visual Comfort in a lawsuit filed by a former employee alleging discrimination based on age, race and sex.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Amy Karff Halevy
2
Amy Karff Halevy
2
Band 2
Amy Karff Halevy is knowledgeable about the full range of issues facing employers, including internal investigations, EEOC proceedings and employment litigation. She also assists clients with drafting employment policies.

Amy is practical, creative and thorough in making recommendations to satisfy multiple approaches to resolutions. She is also very responsive and makes herself available.

Amy is an excellent adviser who brings significant experience and expertise.

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Bracewell LLP

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Amy Karff Halevy
2
Amy Karff Halevy
2
Band 2

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