Department profile
Jones Walker LLP

Occupational Safety and Health

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Jones Walker LLP

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Jones Walker's Labor & Employment attorneys offer clients one of the largest, most diverse, and experienced labor and employment law practices in the region.

We counsel an array of regional and national companies in a wide range of industries in all aspects of labor and employment law. We strive to help clients find solutions to labor and employment law matters using practical, common-sense approaches. We believe our ability to combine our depth in labor and employment law with Jones Walker's broad base of experience in other practice areas to address unique workplace and industry situations gives our clients a distinct advantage not available from small boutique law firms.

In recognition of the group's overall excellence, Jones Walker is the exclusive Louisiana member of the Employers Counsel Network (ECN), a national coalition of 52 leading labor and employment law firms in each state of the United States, the District of Columbia, and Canada.

We regularly represent employers before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB); the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC); the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); the Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor; the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP); and various other federal, state, and local government agencies.

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Occupational Safety and Health - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Jones Walker LLP is adept at handling OSHA inspections and citations on behalf of employers. The firm acts for clients in the energy and construction sectors, among others. The department also assists clients with developing safety processes and compliance counseling.

Strengths

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  • The team delivers practical, business-focused advice underpinned by deep technical knowledge and a strong understanding of commercial realities.

    Occupational Safety and Health respondentUSA
  • Jones Walker is distinguished for its industry knowledge and experience.

    Occupational Safety and Health respondentUSA
  • Jones Walker's team is extremely responsive and able to assist on urgent matters or emergency situations.

    Occupational Safety and Health respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Jane H. Heidingsfelder
    Band 2Jane H. Heidingsfelder

    Jane H. Heidingsfelder

    Jane Heidingsfelder is a partner in the firm's New Orleans office. She has strong expertise in OSHA, MSHA and labor and employment matters, including litigation.
    • Jane Heidingsfelder is very knowledgeable and able to offer recommendations that make sense and are appropriate.

      Occupational Safety and Health respondentUSA
  • Band 3Patrick J. Veters
    Band 3Patrick J. Veters

    Patrick J. Veters

    Peter Veters is a partner in the firm's New Orleans office. He regularly represents clients in investigations and proceedings before OSHA and the MSHA.

    • Peter Veters is a highly trusted adviser with deep expertise, a high level of sophistication and excellent commercial judgment.

      Occupational Safety and Health respondentUSA
    • He does great work, is responsive and helpful, which gives clients a boost.

      Occupational Safety and Health respondentUSA
    • Peter Veters is extremely knowledgeable, responsive and personable.

      Occupational Safety and Health respondentUSA

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