Labor & Employment

What the team is known for

Outstanding practice with expertise across the spectrum of labor and employment matters. Highly adept in traditional labor issues, including unfair labor practice claims and collective bargaining. Also offers expertise in health and welfare plans, as well as possessing particular strength in immigration. Sought for guidance on producing handbooks and policies, and called in to advise on internal investigations. Represents a fine choice of firm for clients in the education, healthcare, manufacturing and technology sectors.

Strengths

One client says: "I enjoy their ability to focus on the key issues and pragmatically approach situations."

Another comments that "they have a practical approach to solving business problems. I would say they are one of the top three firms in Portland."

Work highlights

Serves as general outside counsel for MaineGeneral Medical Center for labor and employment, immigration and workers' compensation matters, including representation in multiple employment-related litigation and administrative matters.

Notable practitioners

Charles Einsiedler is well regarded for his labor and employment work. He regularly handles contract negotiations, immigration matters and related litigation.

James Erwin leads the labor and employment department at Pierce Atwood. He enjoys an excellent reputation for his broad practice, which includes advising on workers' compensation, whistle-blower, discrimination and immigration matters.

Katharine Rand specializes in labor and employment litigation, including defending discrimination claims.

Margaret Coughlin LePage has a wealth of experience in labor and employment law, including advising on immigration, defamation and whistle-blower claims.