Lawyers Specializing in Employment Law

Government regulations for employers are constantly developing and changing. Our attorneys provide up-to-date legal advice and offer proactive solutions to avoid issues in the future. When labor disputes do arise, employers turn to our firm for aggressive litigation representation. Our lawyers handle cases at both the state and federal levels, as well as during appeals. We also regularly appear before administrative agencies such as the National Labor Relations Board, the U.S. Department of Labor, the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs and similar state and local agencies nationwide.

Leaders in Labor and Employment Law

Our labor and employment attorneys have earned a reputation for being leaders in their field. We are active in numerous employment law organizations, and are at the front of new developments in this practice area. Furthermore, Patrick J. Barrett is a fellow in the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, and has been listed in U.S. News and World Report’s The Best Lawyers in America.

Employment Disputes and Negotiations

Our firm represents employers in labor negotiations and during litigation for:

• Risk management and workers’ compensation
• Labor contract claims and wage disputes
• Employment discrimination
• Wrongful discharge actions
• Labor arbitration
• Collective bargaining agreements
• Union organization

Preventative Legal Advisory Services

A substantial part of labor and employment work is preventive. Our attorneys advise clients on:

• Audits of personnel practice
• Supervisory training
• Development of employee handbooks
• Policies and affirmative action plans
• Daily operations

Fraser Stryker PC LLO offers a unique training program, “Fundamentals for Lawful Management.”

This program is geared to train supervisors, managers, and human resources personnel on a variety of employment law matters. Recognizing that the words and actions of managers can impose liability on their employers, this half-day training session is geared to train employees to spot legal problems as they arise in the workplace and to avoid conduct that can create liability. From avoiding discrimination claims to paying employees properly, this session covers all aspects of the employer/employee relationship.

For scheduling and pricing information, contact Kate Dittrick.