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Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Labor & Employment: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : California

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Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

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Labor & Employment: The Elite - California

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP has considerable experience handling wage and hour disputes, with particular emphasis on PAGA claims. Recently active counseling employers on M&A-related issues. The team advises clients in the entertainment, education and healthcare industries, among others.

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Work Highlights

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  • Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP represented the National Collegiate Athletic Association in a class action lawsuit claiming that a class of college football players are employees and owed back wages.

Strengths

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  • Constangy consistently handles complex litigation efficiently and effectively. It is personable, proactive and responsive.

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  • The firm offers substantive knowledge, practical experience and lightning-fast service.

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  • Constangy handle the complex matters most effectively with constant communication on strategy and intimate knowledge of law and procedure.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Kenneth D Sulzer
    Kenneth D Sulzer

    Kenneth D Sulzer

    Kenneth Sulzer brings longstanding experience in contentious mandates such as wage and hour class and collective actions.

    • Ken maintains communication throughout our matter and he understands all facets of the law and the legal business.

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    • Ken's ability to explain the law simply and in a digestible way is impressive.

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  • Steven B. Katz
    Steven B. Katz

    Steven B. Katz

    Steven Katz has a notable litigation and appellate practice representing defendants in disputes related to wage and hour violations and PAGA claims.

    • Steven is incredibly well-versed in the appellate space.

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    • Steven's advice is actionable and business-friendly.

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    • Steven is a very smart partner who handles a lot of work efficiently and builds strategy.

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