David E Schwartz

Global head of Skadden's Labor and Employment Law Group, David E. Schwartz advises clients on a full spectrum of employment-related issues. He regularly represents clients before state and federal administrative agencies and courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings, in defense of retaliation, discrimination, wage/hour, breach of contract and fraud claims, including potential class actions. Mr. Schwartz also counsels clients in cases concerning the enforcement of restrictive covenants and breaches of fiduciary duties. His non-litigation experience includes advising clients in connection with various AI and ESG-related issues: conducting internal investigations; implementing non-harassment policies; creating compensation programs; negotiating employment/separation agreements as well as collective bargaining agreements, and; implementing reduction-in-force plans. Mr. Schwartz also represents clients in connection with business transactions, including restructurings, involving the development and implementation of strategies to retain key executives and professionals, among other things.

Board Member, Legal Services NYC

Mr. Schwartz regularly writes columns on labor and employment issues for the New York Law Journal.