Department profile
Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Labor & Employment

USA Guide 2026 : Washington


Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Rankings

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Labor & Employment - Washington

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Seyfarth Shaw is noted for its strong and varied labor and employment practice. The firm is particularly strong at workplace investigations and employment-related litigation. Sector expertise includes aviation and retail.

Work Highlights

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  • Seyfarth represented the City of Seattle in Rochester et al. v. City of Seattle, a multi‑plaintiff action arising from the City’s COVID‑19 vaccination mandate and alleging religious accommodation and wrongful termination claims under Title VII and Washington law.

Strengths

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  • Seyfarth Shaw is a great firm with experienced, responsive lawyers.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Seyfarth Shaw brings vast resources, grit and a well-rounded commitment to client service and to our business.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Molly Gabel
    Band 3Molly Gabel

    Molly Gabel

    Molly Gabel regularly counsels clients on a range of labor and employment matters in the aviation, hospitality, healthcare and manufacturing industries.

    • Molly Gabel is super smart and sharp.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 4Daniel Swedlow
    Band 4Daniel Swedlow

    Daniel Swedlow

    Daniel Swedlow is a labor lawyer who represents public and private sector employers in developing and implementing collective bargaining strategies, as well as advising on union organizing and representation matters. He is frequently sought out by clients in the retail, manufacturing, hospitality and food processing and packing sectors.

    • Dan Swedlow is very respectful and driven, offering the best service for our needs.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • I can't possibly recommend Dan Swedlow more highly. He is like a member of our team.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
    • Daniel is a valued partner, and we appreciate the guidance he offers to our executive leadership team.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 4Lauren Parris Watts
    Band 4Lauren Parris Watts

    Lauren Parris Watts

    Lauren Parris Watts is held in high esteem by clients for her skill in complex, multi‑plaintiff discrimination litigation on behalf of public and private entities. She is also recognized for her expertise in workplace investigations.

    • Lauren Parris Watts is at the top of my call list.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA

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