About

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Our litigators have extensive experience in handling employment-related cases. Over the past 37 years, we have pursued and defended almost every type of employment dispute. We are proud of our outstanding track record in resolving these matters for our clients in and out of court. 


Because we represent both employees and employers, we have a broad perspective that helps us assess a case to determine a client’s exposure and potential risk or reward. We then assist our clients in making informed decisions about how to proceed. Our attorneys are efficient, pragmatic, and approach cases in a cost-effective manner.


We handle single-plaintiff, class action, and collective action litigation in state, federal and appellate courts, and frequently represent clients in arbitration and mediation proceedings.


Our employment practice includes:

  • Civil rights
  • Discrimination, including sex, race, gender, age, and religion
  • ERISA
  • Family and Medical Leave Act
  • Harassment and hostile work environment
  • Job transition counseling
  • Non-competition agreements
  • Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements
  • Retaliation and whistleblower
  • Misappropriation of trade secrets
  • Unfair competition
  • Wage and hour
  • Wrongful discharge


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Labor & Employment - Oregon

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Markowitz Herbold represents clients across the spectrum of labor and employment matters. The team handles employment disputes, including discrimination, unfair dismissal, retaliation and non-competition disputes. Also highlighted for its representation of employers and employees in the sporting and healthcare sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Markowitz Herbold represented PeaceHealth in a suit brought by a former emergency room physician who alleged that he was terminated due to his vocal criticism of the hospital regarding alleged inadequate COVID-19 protocols.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Kyle Busse
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Kyle Busse
3
Band 3

Kyle Busse is co-chair of Markowitz Herbold's employment group. He regularly counsels clients across a range of matters, including discrimination suits and large wage and hour class actions.

Kyle shows his views of cases and what next processes are. He constantly seeks client input.

He seeks to not only understand our business, but the fabric of our culture.

He has really good, deep knowledge of employment law.

Laura Salerno Owens
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Laura Salerno Owens
3
Band 3
Laura Salerno Owens is an experienced litigator acting for both employers and employees. She represents clients in large cases involving discrimination, breach of contract, harassment and whistle-blower claims.

Laura is super responsive.

She provides no-nonsense legal advice and strategy we can easily get on board with and understand.

Laura is a delight to work with. She always provides judgment and will let you know when questions are beyond her experience and expertise.

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Kyle Busse
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Kyle Busse
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Laura Salerno Owens
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Laura Salerno Owens
3
Band 3

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