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Labor & Employment | USA

Wisconsin

In Chambers USA, Labor - as distinct from employment - refers to the representation of corporates in their dealings with labor unions, including collective bargaining negotiations, strike avoidance and NLRB (National Labor Relations Board) proceedings. The section also covers wage and hour class and collective actions, as well as OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Act) and other workplace safety issues, which are also recognized in the Nationwide Occupational Safety and Health section. Employment covers litigation related to sex, race, age and national origin discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination and employment-related restrictive covenants. This section also covers non-contentious matters relating to day-to-day business issues as well as workforce restructuring, and employment issues related to mergers and takeovers. Lawyers also advise on the writing of policy handbooks for major corporates and HR training.

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Band 1

  1. Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
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    Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
    Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has a market-leading department with a deep bench of experienced practitioners, skilled in a broad array of labor and employment matters, including employment disputes, employee benefits and immigration issues. The team is also regularly sought after for its counsel on labor-management relations and for its advice on unfair competition and trade secrets matters. The attorneys regularly advise clients on OSHA-related concerns too.
  2. Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PC
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    Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PC
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PC is a renowned national labor and employment firm with a strong Milwaukee practice. The firm handles the full range of advisory labor and employment matters, with notable depth of expertise in employment litigation, particularly in discrimination cases. The team also excels in traditional labor matters, including grievance arbitrations and union-organizing campaigns. It is also well versed in conducting company pay equity audits.
  3. Quarles & Brady LLP
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Godfrey & Kahn, SC
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    Godfrey & Kahn, SC
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked
    Godfrey & Kahn, SC has a versatile labor and employment group acting for clients from a variety of sectors including technology, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing and education. The team is well versed in both traditional labor negotiations and employment litigation, and offers particular strength in post-transactional matters such as employee transition issues and restrictive covenant agreements.
  2. Littler Mendelson, PC
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    Littler Mendelson, PC
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked
    Littler Mendelson, PC is a national labor and employment boutique firm with a solid presence in the Wisconsin market, handling a full range of matters including class action defense and collective bargaining. The standout team acts for a broad range of clients, including telecommunications companies, healthcare providers, financial institutions and manufacturers.
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Band 3

  1. Foley & Lardner LLP
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    Foley & Lardner LLP
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 3 | 18 Years Ranked
    Foley & Lardner LLP has a comprehensive labor and employment group in Wisconsin working with clients from a diverse range of industries including manufacturing, media and transportation. The firm's areas of expertise include employer-employee relation counseling, employee benefits and OSHA matters. The team is also noted for its work on immigration compliance and contentious matters.
  2. Husch Blackwell LLP
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    Husch Blackwell LLP
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Husch Blackwell LLP is a well-reputed firm noted for its labor and employment offering. The firm is sought after by clients for its expertise in matters associated with M&A transactions, alongside a wealth of expertise in defending employers in contentious matters. The team is well versed in handling class actions and advising on issues relating to restrictive covenants, wrongful termination claims and misconduct investigations.
  3. Lindner & Marsack, SC
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 3
  4. Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 3