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Dentons

Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded

USA Guide 2026 : California


Dentons

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Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded - California

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Dentons houses a notable team of labor and employment practitioners with extensive experience in disputes such as wage and hour class actions. It also advises on disputes involving allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment, including both domestic and cross-border mandates. It offers additional strength in advisory and contentious labor law concerns.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons represented Le-Vel Brands in a wage and hour class action alleging that Le-Vel misclassified its thousands of California Brand Promoters as independent contractors.

Strengths

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  • Dentons is very communicative and the advice is always spot-on.

    Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Sandra R McCandless
    Band 4Sandra R McCandless

    Sandra R McCandless

    Sandra McCandless has expertise in both domestic and cross-border labor and employment matters, including advising on compliance concerns and defending against harassment claims.
    • Sandra is very knowledgeable and her subject matter depth is exceptional. I always feel very supported and have complete confidence in her.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
  • Band 6Erin Bass
    Band 6Erin Bass

    Erin Bass

    Erin Bass enjoys a growing reputation for her experience in wage and hour class actions. She also advises employers on matters concerning discrimination and retaliation claims.

    • Erin is knowledgeable, commercial and thoughtful.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Erin combines sharp strategic instincts with a results‑driven mindset. Her ability to cut through noise and focus on outcomes makes a tangible difference.

      Labor & Employment: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

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