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Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC

Labor & Employment

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Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC

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Provided by Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC

The Mitchell Williams team of employment attorneys is committed to finding practical solutions to HR issues that help our clients succeed in today's complex business environment. Effective representation of clients begins with prevention and we are proactive in helping employers avoid regulatory violations and claims. We work to issue spot and to resolve problems before they can occur. When disputes do arise, we vigorously pursue our clients’ interests in the courtroom or through arbitration, mediation and other creative methods of dispute resolution.

Our employment team represents clients in the multitude of issues faced by HR managers and in-house counsel.  We represent sole proprietors, closely held family businesses, small businesses, Fortune 500 companies, governmental entities, public schools, school districts, institutions of higher education, agriculture companies, hospitals, medical clinics, manufacturers, trade associations, churches and other nonprofit organizations.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Experienced employment counsel with extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations and compliance
  • Strategic and practical guidance to navigate the complex environment of workplace issues
  • Collaborative team with a client-centered focus
  • Thorough and objective fact-finding for any workplace complaint or allegation  

Industries (15)

  • Sole Proprietors
  • Closely Held Family Businesses
  • Small Businesses
  • Fortune 500 Companies
  • Governmental Entities
  • Institutions of Higher Education
  • Public Schools
  • Agriculture Companies
  • Hospitals
  • Medical Clinics
  • Manufacturers
  • Trade Associations
  • Churches
  • Nonprofit Organizations
  • Transportation Companies

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Labor & Employment - Arkansas

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC has a recognized labor and employment team based in Little Rock. The firm assists companies of all sizes and industries such as public schools, governmental entities and major companies on a range of matters, including regulatory compliance and claims brought under legislation such as the FMLA and ADA. The team also advises on matters such as handbook and policy review, as well as data security.

Strengths

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  • One of the firm's strengths is practical subject matter knowledge. The team thinks outside of the box to find creative solutions, with incredible response times.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Audra K Hamilton
    Band 2Audra K Hamilton

    Audra K Hamilton

    Audra Hamilton of Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC is best known for her expertise in representing a impressive roster of commercial clients in a wide variety of disputes, including discrimination and retaliation claims. She also has notable experience representing her clients before the ECOC and other government agencies.

    • Audra Hamilton's case assessment, case strategy and execution skills are outstanding.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 3Nathan A Read
    Band 3Nathan A Read

    Nathan A Read

    Nathan Read of Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC is best known for his expertise in representing his clients in wage and hour, data security and discrimination matters. He has notable experience arguing before the EEOC.

    • Nathan Read is an exceptional attorney who is very knowledgeable in employment. He has a sense of practical knowledge, he's down to earth and approachable.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, PLLC (2)

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