Labor & Employment
USA Guide 2024 : Georgia
Band 5
Contact number
404 541 2900About
Provided by Thompson Hine LLP
Thompson Hine’s Labor & Employment practice advises employers of all sizes in virtually every industry on a broad range of work-related matters. We offer preventive counseling and aggressively defend employers in individual and class litigation that arises in the workplace, consciously integrating strategic advice with our defense services to help clients avoid litigation where possible. Our lawyers also represent employers in administrative proceedings and provide guidance on matters involving traditional labor and union relations, immigration, affirmative action plans, non-competes/trade secrets, and OSHA.
With more than 20 professionals dedicated to providing employers with customized, forward-thinking solutions to their workplace issues, we take the approach of a trusted adviser, focusing on efficient problem-solving and proactive risk management. We seek to understand our clients’ objectives and plan our projects to achieve their goals. We regularly publish alerts, newsletters and articles on trending legal and regulatory issues. We invest in our client relationships and provide educational programs and training sessions to help clients navigate the rapidly changing legal landscape.
Chambers Review
Thompson Hine has a broad base of labor and employment expertise, representing clients in the airline, hospitality and manufacturing sectors, among others. The firm handles traditional labor work as well as employment disputes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I have been favorably impressed with the attorneys at Thompson Hine."
"The team at Thompson Hine has a strong ability to navigate complex matters. They assimilate information quickly and are decisive. They're also very responsive and provide a high level of service."
"I have been favorably impressed with the attorneys at Thompson Hine."
"The team at Thompson Hine has a strong ability to navigate complex matters. They assimilate information quickly and are decisive. They're also very responsive and provide a high level of service."
Notable Practitioners
John Wymer is well known for his contentious labor and employment practice. He is especially well regarded for his handling of retaliation and discrimination disputes.
Glianny Fagundo advises clients on a wide array of employment matters as well as offering experienced handling of investigations and litigation.
"Glianny is extremely knowledgeable and provides an exceptional level of service. She also has strong commercial awareness."
"I think highly of Glianny. She's a smart attorney."
Timothy McDonald is recognized for his strengths in litigation, with notable experiencing representing employers in wage and hour class actions.
"I would recommend him to anyone. He is easy to deal with and very calm. He has seen a lot of things and can advise you through prickly issues."
Ranked Lawyers at
Thompson Hine LLP
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