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Cozen O'Connor

Labor & Employment

USA Guide 2026 : Pennsylvania


Cozen O'Connor

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Cozen O'Connor has strategically grown the labor and employment department in recent years, which now boasts over 90 attorneys throughout North America who offer the full range of labor and employment law services to a broad spectrum of public and private sector employers. We represent management in every type of labor, employment, and employment related litigation before state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and arbitrators. We have extensive experience representing employers in individual and large-scale class actions involving the full range of employment related disputes, including discrimination, harassment, wage-and-hour violations, non-compete agreements, and unfair labor practices, including those alleging unlawful termination, failure to bargain in good faith, and interference with employee rights.

In addition, our Pennsylvania labor and employment team includes lawyers who advise companies, boards of directors, investment and compensation committees, management teams, and individual executives on the full range of employee benefits and executive compensation matters. We also provide a wide range of legal services to global and multinational employers and individuals seeking temporary and long-term immigration solutions.

The Pennsylvania team works with a diverse range of employers, spanning the health care, transportation, chemical, media, and retail industries. 

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Labor & Employment - Pennsylvania

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Cozen O'Connor has a comprehensive labor and employment practice that draws on a strong bench of litigators. The firm is frequently retained in high-stakes judicial and administrative disputes, including discrimination claims, wage and hour actions, and equal pay matters. Also noted for its expertise in managing labor relations and handling related arbitration, Cozen O'Connor represents clients from an array of sectors including healthcare, education, manufacturing and technology.

Work Highlights

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  • Cozen O'Connor assisted Armstrong County Memorial Hospital with four labor agreements in negotiations with two unions.

Strengths

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  • The law firm gives excellent advice which is always presented in the context of business objectives and risks.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • The firm is conscientious and I know that they care about their clients and results.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • The team stands out for its in-depth knowledge of employment law and its understanding of our industry.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Cozen O'Connor has an incredible breadth of knowledge, experience and fantastic negotiation skills.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Elizabeth A Malloy
    Band 2Elizabeth A Malloy

    Elizabeth A Malloy

    Elizabeth Malloy is noted for her skills in lawsuits concerning discrimination and harassment. She has experience in defending high-value class action claims.

    • She is seasoned, strong and strategic.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • Elizabeth Malloy is extremely conscientious and cares immensely about clients. She is really thoughtful and has tons of experiences.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • Elizabeth always provides solid, practical advice and highlights risks in situations where it becomes a business decisions.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 2Thomas S Giotto
    Band 2Thomas S Giotto

    Thomas S Giotto

    Thomas Giotto commands respect for his employment work, particularly in class actions, wrongful discharge and discrimination claims. He is also recommended for advice on collective bargaining negotiations and employment support on M&A mandates.

    • Thomas Giotto is practical, thoughtful and steady. He is extremely knowledgeable about our business and culture.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 3Jeffrey Pasek
    Band 3Jeffrey Pasek

    Jeffrey Pasek

    Jeffrey Pasek advises employers on a host of contentious matters. He is well regarded for supporting clients on discrimination and harassment claims, in addition to wage and hour disputes and union negotiations.

    • Jeffrey Pasek is available, responsive, very attuned to my needs and extremely knowledgeable about the matter and the wider market.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 4Daniel V. Johns
    Band 4Daniel V. Johns

    Daniel V. Johns

    Daniel Johns has considerable knowledge in a range of labor and employment matters. His expertise includes collective bargaining negotiations and the defense of claims regarding age discrimination, sexual harassment and the misappropriation of trade secrets.

    • Daniel has a ton of knowledge about labor law and how we work.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 4Marla Presley
    Band 4Marla Presley

    Marla Presley

    Marla Presley has notable strength in a range of labor and employment disputes, with recent experience in claims brought under the Americans with Disabilities Act. She is based in the Pittsburgh office of Cozen O'Connor.

    • Marla Presley is pragmatic, efficient and highly engaged with colleagues across the team.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • She is very responsive and gives practical advice.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA

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