Wendy Lazerson
USA Guide 2023
Band 4 : Labor & Employment
Band 4
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Provided by Wendy Lazerson
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WENDY LAZERSON is the Co-Chair of Sidley’s Labor and Employment international practice group and a partner in Sidley’s San Francisco and Palo Alto offices. Wendy’s successful record in litigation and arbitration of important employment cases leads clients to turn to her for important matters involving all things related to employees. Wendy has significant experience in retaliation, discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour and trade secret cases, including those asserting claims on a class wide basis. She has obtained summary judgment and defeated class certification in jurisdictions inside and outside of California. Known for her integrity, ability to marshal facts and assess credibility while thinking independently, Wendy is often called upon by Special Committees of Board of Directors and well as General Counsels to lead important investigations for both private and public companies. companies Because of her deep experience defending disputed matters, Wendy is able to advice clients proactively to be in legal compliance and avoid employment disputes in the first instance. Wendy also serves as local Co-Chair of Sidley Women, a committee that works to retain and promote women in the law. She also trains employers and their managers and employees regarding best practices. Wendy is comfortable in front of a jury, a judge, or an arbitrator.