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Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Labor & Employment: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : California


Seyfarth Shaw LLP

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For more than 70 years, Seyfarth’s Labor & Employment Department has been recognized as one of the “go to” labor and employment groups. Our national presence with more than 400 employment attorneys at all levels of experience ensures seamless, consistent representation across jurisdictions.

While the trend among labor and employment law providers is toward specialization, with firms primarily focused on class and complex litigation or offering low-cost commoditized services, Seyfarth maintains a unique position in the industry. We handle the most complex, bet-the-company labor and employment work in the country and we also handle single plaintiff cases and routine administrative charges. Seyfarth is one of the most well-positioned firms to provide cost-effective and efficient services for routine litigation and to bring to bear the talents and resources of some of the best labor and employment lawyers in the industry when clients face more complex litigation threats.

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Labor & Employment: The Elite - California

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Seyfarth Shaw LLP has a reputable employment practice engaging in all labor and employment matters at a high level, including wage and hour class actions. It has a strong track record of defeating class certification in employment disputes and offers additional expertise in appellate litigation. The practice services well-known multinationals, with a highly regarded and deep bench of specialists.

Work Highlights

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  • Seyfarth Shaw LLP secured a summary judgment ruling for Columbia Sportswear in a wage and hour class and PAGA action.

Strengths

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  • Seyfarth Shaw demonstrate a high level of competence in managing a complex and sensitive employment matter. They have talented partners and associates capable of developing effective litigation strategies.

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  • They have an in-depth understanding of our business and provide practical, effective advice.

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  • Seyfarth Shaw’s team provides exceptional legal expertise and practical guidance, particularly in navigating complex compliance issues and employment litigation.

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  • Each Seyfarth lawyer has an impressive background and experience that provides leverage. They consistently handle high-profile and high-exposure cases like PAGA and employment class actions.

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  • The Seyfarth team are creative, know the law and dig in to ensure they know the facts.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Brian T Ashe
    Band 3Brian T Ashe

    Brian T Ashe

    Brian Ashe brings significant experience in defending against wage and hour class and collective actions, including misclassification disputes.
    • Brian is very responsive and extremely useful.

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  • Band 4Jon D Meer
    Band 4Jon D Meer

    Jon D Meer

    Jon Meer is noted for his proficiency in handling class action litigation, where he has managed matters for a variety of major employers. He is notably adept at handling wage and hour matters.
    • He brings a high level of sophistication to complex employment matters, combining sharp analytical skills with exceptional deposition technique and sound strategic judgment.

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  • Band 5Laura J. Maechtlen
    Band 5Laura J. Maechtlen

    Laura J. Maechtlen

    Laura Maechtlen advises employers on single and multi-plaintiff employment disputes concerning allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, among other matters.

    • Laura is very responsive to our various needs and issues.

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    • Laura is a very accomplished lawyer.

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  • Band 6Andrew Paley
    Band 6Andrew Paley

    Andrew Paley

    Andrew Paley is well known for his expertise in wage and hour litigation.

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