Chambers Review
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Labor & Employment - Oklahoma
What the Team is Known For
McAfee & Taft is a full-service firm noted for its bench strength and depth. The firm is well equipped to provide comprehensive coverage of all labor and employment questions, offering particular depth of knowledge in employee benefits, ERISA and executive compensation questions, and union-related matters for a range of clients. It is regularly active on wrongful termination disputes and trade secrets litigation, and is also noted for coupling respected litigation skills with an emphasis on strategies to resolve disputes, and for initiatives such as the JurisIQ online training service.
Strengths
McAfee & Taft has a broad range of talent; I can call them with any problem, and they can find me an attorney that can handle it.
The attorneys at McAfee & Taft provide good customer service; they are responsive and reliable. They are always willing to help our company resolve issues to whatever degree we need them – granular or high level.
McAfee & Taft provides a very good experience, with advice in navigating complex matters, bringing new ideas and practical solutions to the table.
Work Highlights
McAfee & Taft successfully defended Manhattan Road & Bridge in a wrongful termination claim by a former employee before the US District Court for the Western District of Arkansas.
Notable practitioners
Brandon Long is an acknowledged expert in employee benefits and executive compensation matters, with clients regularly turning to him to advice on retirement, health and welfare plans. He acts for both public sector entities and local and regional businesses.
Brandon's knowledge and expertise in this legal area make him stand out. He is spot on, even for off-the-cuff answers, which we value the most.
Courtney Bru offers solid strength in advising clients on compliance and litigation prevention strategies, as well as representing clients in contentious matters.
Kirk is well versed and reliable. He is a trusted partner to us in the employment law space.
Philip Bruce is a well-regarded up-and-coming partner who advises on wage and hour law, workplace policies and employment litigation.
We've had very good experiences with Phil. He's knowledgeable, prompt, makes us feel like an important client and provides good advice.