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Davis+Gilbert LLP

Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded

USA Guide 2026 : New York


Davis+Gilbert LLP

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About

Provided by Davis+Gilbert LLP

Our labor and employment attorneys are uniquely attuned to the practical aspects of managing and retaining essential employees. We serve as primary employment counsel for businesses throughout the United States in various industries managing the day-to-day legal aspects of their employee relations.

Counseling and Training

As health and safety, discrimination, and harassment issues claim the forefront in corporate environments, we advise clients on best practices to sharply reduce litigation risk. We are especially known for our training programs, designed to confront these issues in real-life ways that resonate with companies in which people are critical assets.

Resolving Disputes

We represent clients in the full range of employment-related litigation, including claims of harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, wage and hour and contractual disputes. As pioneers in the use of restrictive covenants, we are highly adept at both defending and challenging them. Much of our litigation involves ADR — especially mediation — where public visibility is lower and the risk of reputational damage is lessened.

Dealing With Organized Labor

We negotiate collective bargaining agreements and defend our client's interests before the National Labor Relations Board or in arbitration. They rely on us to help them work out their differences with organized labor, with the kind of creativity, knowledge and experience that achieves respect and buy-in at both ends of the table.

Industries (15)

  • Charities / Not for Profit
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Media
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Transportation
  • Travel & Leisure

Chambers Review

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Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded - New York

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Davis+Gilbert LLP has a solid labor and employment team noted for its work on the full range of contentious and noncontentious matters. It offers sector-specific experience pertaining to a broad range of industries including construction, hospitality, media and technology. The team impresses in connection with both employment law and traditional labor law matters. It is experienced with navigating sensitive discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, and restrictive covenant litigation, as well as providing counsel on a wide range of day-to-day employment issues, including employee terminations.

Work Highlights

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  • Davis+Gilbert LLP advised technology platform client, Alma, on employee separations and the creation of comprehensive HR policies across numerous states.

Strengths

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  • The team are very good writers and negotiators. They are also good at diffusing information and getting the right results.

    Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • The team are hands-on and pragmatic.

    Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • They have subject matter experts across a full array of HR disciplines.

    Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Gregg Gilman
    Band 3Gregg Gilman

    Gregg Gilman

    Gregg Gilman expertly advises on terminations, restrictive covenants and harassment disputes. He is also skilled in the drafting of employment agreements.
    • Gregg's expertise in handling sensitive issues, and the depth and breadth of his experience is impressive.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Gregg provides sound, strategic advice on complex, sensitive matters.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Band 4Sharon Cohen
    Band 4Sharon Cohen

    Sharon Cohen

    Sharon Cohen is noted for her experience handling internal workplace investigations and also provides comprehensive employment law counseling to a diverse array of clients.
    • Sharon is a talented and approachable attorney, who consistently delivers.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Sharon has great experience and provides great service.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Band 4Shira Franco
    Band 4Shira Franco

    Shira Franco

    Shira Franco provides clients with labor and employment advice in relation to sensitive workplace investigations, as well as related discrimination, harassment and retaliation claims.

    • Shira exemplifies legal brilliance and has a keen awareness of client needs and goals.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Shira is highly responsive and provides sound and common-sense advice. She is very easy to work with.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • She is the go-to for top management representation in labor and employment matters.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Band 5Daniel Feinstein
    Band 5Daniel Feinstein

    Daniel Feinstein

    Daniel Feinstein is cochair of the firms labor and employment practice group. He advises clients on a range employment matters, including trade secrets and restrictive covenant litigation, as well as discrimination claims.

    • Daniel is very responsive, practical and experienced.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

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