Labor & Employment

Conklin, Woodcock & Ziegler is an outstanding litigation firm with a core focus on labor and employment issues. The team advises employers on discrimination cases, including age, gender, race and disability, as well as retaliatory discharge and breach of contract. Its lawyers are regularly instructed on traditional labor issues, including investigations and labor arbitrations. The firm has further capabilities in whistle-blower claims. It has a particularly strong and longstanding following of clients in the healthcare and power sectors and regularly represents corporations, nonprofits, state agencies and educational institutions.

"They dissect the issues and break them down into easily understandable components, which facilitates the decision-making process."

Conklin Woodcock represented Sandoval Regional Medical Center in a whistle-blower retaliation claim related to the use of mammography equipment.

Robert Conklin is a towering figure in the market, noted for his long track record in labor and employment disputes.

Jacqueline Woodcock is particularly active in contentious mandates, representing clients in discrimination claims and labor investigations. She also advises on wage and hour matters, as well as disability-related employment issues. "She appreciates and stays abreast of the constantly changing business environment and incorporates this into her thinking and work."

John Ziegler has significant experience representing a broad range of clients in age, gender and disability discrimination cases. He is also well versed in handling labor arbitrations. He often advises on retaliation and whistle-blower claims. "John is professional, responsive and very knowledgeable as well as consistent and analytical."