Department profile
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Labour & Employment

Global Guide 2026 : USA


Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

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Labour & Employment - USA

Band 2

Band 2


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

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  • Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP successfully represented Draftkings in a trade secret and noncompete lawsuit against a former executive.

Strengths

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  • Gibson Dunn has a deep bench of talented, smart and creative lawyers across all areas of law, giving comprehensive guidance as issues arise.

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  • The Gibson Dunn team is available, practical and will think of all the angles.

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  • Gibson Dunn's strengths lie in their deep understanding of employment law, strategic litigation approach and unwavering commitment to client success.

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