USA Guide 2026 : New York
Ranked Individuals
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DLA Piper LLP (US) is noted for its experience navigating high-stakes employment litigation including wage and hour class actions and restrictive covenant disputes. The team is sought out for its employment counsel in the context of corporate transactions. It advises a varied client base which includes companies in the finance, retail and education sectors.
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DLA Piper LLP (US) defended New York University in six putative class actions brought by students and parents seeking a refund of tuition and fees for the Spring 2020 semester as a result of the transition to remote instruction due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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What distinguishes the team is their expertise, business mindset and practical approach.
The team has technical knowledge, good judgment and good negotiation skills.
The more complicated the issues, the more the team shine.
The DLA Piper LLP team has extensive capability to assist across legal disciplines.
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Brian is an employment lawyer through and through.
Brian is both a good adviser and a good litigator.
Garrett Kennedy represents clients in an array of employment matters including sexual harassment and retaliation claims, as well as wage and hour class actions.
Garrett is an A+ employment lawyer. He has a delicate-handed approach to resolving issues and cares tremendously for his clients.
Garrett is extremely knowledgeable and responsive.
Garrett has a very thoughtful approach.
Labor & Employment
Labor & Employment
USA 2026
Practice area: Labor & Employment
Location: USA - Nationwide
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