Labor & Employment | USA

Jones Walker LLP is a dominant regional firm that handles complex labor and employment matters for companies across the USA. Its strong team of litigators has notable expertise in wage and hour class actions and noncompete disputes. The law firm is experienced in handling a range of traditional labor matters. It regularly appears in administrative proceedings before bodies such as OSHA and the NLRB, as well as in mediations and arbitrations. The team draws on significant strength in immigration law and employee benefits matters at state and national levels. It provides counseling, compliance and training programs to clients, designed to minimize risk and avoid disputes.

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PC is a highly regarded labor and employment boutique firm that serves an impressive roster of local and multinational clients. It represents companies in the construction, healthcare and energy sectors, among others. The law firm acts across the breadth of labor and employment matters, including advising on discrimination and whistle-blower retaliation claims, as well as noncompete agreements. It is also a go-to firm for traditional labor law, both regionally and nationally.

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC is recognized for its expert handling of employment litigation and traditional labor law, including NLRB and EEOC proceedings and arbitration. The law firm advises a range of local and national clients on employment law compliance, including ADA and FLSA matters, and conducts internal investigations. It works with companies in the construction, energy and hospitality sectors, among others. The team is also noted for its provision of training programs that cover areas such as union avoidance, harassment prevention and drug-free workplace policies.

Kean Miller represents employers across a range of labor and employment disputes, including EEOC proceedings as well as discrimination and harassment suits. The team demonstrates significant labor law expertise, which sees it regularly advise on wrongful terminations. It is also recognized for its strength in advising on company-wide employment policies and regulatory compliance. The practice counsels national, regional and local employers.