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Labor & Employment

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Labor & Employment - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP fields a notable labor and employment practice recognized for successfully handling some of the most significant class actions in connection to Title VII and wage and hour legislation as well as the ADA. The firm regularly advises on pay equity disputes. Apart from its expertise in complex litigation, it also has wide experience in assisting with the complete range of labor and employment issues including labor relations, trade secrets and workplace discrimination allegations. It is also adept at handling class action challenges to the 'independent contractor' status of workers in the gig economy.

Notable practitioners

Washington, DC-based Jason Schwartz and Los Angeles-based Katherine Smith cochair the firm's labor and employment department.

Work Highlights

  • Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher defended the Fearless Fund and the Fearless Foundation against claims brought by the American Alliance for Equal Rights that a grant program provided by the foundation was discriminatory and in violation of Section 1981.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

"Gibson Dunn is at the cutting edge of the law with excellent client service, responsiveness and practical advice."

Labor & Employment respondent
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"The firm have a variety of subject matter experts who are quick, efficient and provide excellent advice."

Labor & Employment respondent
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"The team is strategic, capable and well resourced. They have a deep understanding of our practices and are able to align legal strategy with our goals."

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