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Phelps Dunbar's labor and employment practice group provides valuable solutions to large and small, public and private employers, across the spectrum of employment law and employee benefit issues, including labor relations, employment discrimination and harassment, wage and hour, safety and health, leaves of absences, compensation issues, union concerns, civil rights and constitutional law issues, immigration, pension and welfare plan design and administration, as well as regulatory compliance and human resources issues. Our lawyers participate in all phases of state and federal court litigation and arbitration, and have experience in a broad array of administrative charges and investigations before federal, state and municipal administrative agencies.  


Chambers Review

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Labor & Employment - Florida

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Phelps Dunbar LLP advises clients on a range of contentious employment matters including FLSA collective actions. It frequently represents employers in trials at both state and federal levels, as well as in arbitrations. It also handles labor relations work. It takes on more cases outside of Florida, with a growing national labor and employment presence. It also offers knowledge pertaining to matters at the intersection of cybersecurity, data privacy, and labor and employment law.

Strengths

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They are highly diligent, communicative and resourceful.

Labor & Employment respondent
USA

They are eager to help, connect and handle our issues with care and thoughtfulness. I feel very taken care of here.

Labor & Employment respondent
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The firm is very experienced and has a deep bench.

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Notable Practitioners

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Dennis McClelland
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Dennis McClelland
1
Band 1
Dennis McClelland is recognized for his strength in labor relations as well as labor and employment disputes.

Dennis is a nationally renowned expert in his field.

Dennis McClelland is great, he is extraordinarily knowledgeable and knows what he is doing.

Dennis has gravitas, understands nuance and cares about us as a client.

Dennis is a phenomenal lawyer.

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John Phillips
3
John Phillips
3
Band 3

John Phillips advises employers on a wide array of disputes, from harassment to FLSA claims.

John really provides that amazing service, his responsiveness is off the charts.

John is extremely efficient in handling cases.

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Reed L Russell
3
Reed L Russell
3
Band 3

Reed Russell represents employers in a broad range of employment disputes, including wage and hour and discrimination claims. He draws upon his experience as a former legal counsel at the EEOC.

Reed is an extremely effective litigator for class actions.

He is an excellent communicator and strategic thinker.

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Jason Pill
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Jason Pill
U
Up and Coming

Jason Pill advises employers on sensitive internal investigations and litigation claims brought under Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act, amongst others. He also assists clients with day-to-day employment matters and compliance work.

He's thoughtful, efficient, responsive and provides great client service.

Jason is swift, responsive, intelligent and his communication is personal and solid. He connects with us as a business and understands our needs.

Jason always demonstrates exceptional expertise and dedication to his practice. Regardless of the complexity of the matter, Jason provides clear and effective legal guidance.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Phelps Dunbar LLP

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Labor & Employment
Dennis McClelland
1
Dennis McClelland
1
Band 1
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John Phillips
3
John Phillips
3
Band 3
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Reed L Russell
3
Reed L Russell
3
Band 3
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Jason Pill
U
Jason Pill
U
Up and Coming
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