Labor & Employment
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 2
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Provided by Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
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Chambers Review
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP fields a notable labor and employment practice recognized for successfully handling some of the most significant class actions in connection to Title VII and wage and hour legislation as well as the ADA. The firm regularly advises on pay equity disputes. Apart from its expertise in complex litigation, it also has wide experience in assisting with the complete range of labor and employment issues including labor relations, trade secrets and workplace discrimination allegations. It is also adept at handling class action challenges to the 'independent contractor' status of workers in the gig economy.
Washington, DC-based Jason Schwartz and Los Angeles-based Katherine Smith cochair the firm's labor and employment department.
Work Highlights
- Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher defended the Fearless Fund and the Fearless Foundation against claims brought by the American Alliance for Equal Rights that a grant program provided by the foundation was discriminatory and in violation of Section 1981.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Gibson Dunn is at the cutting edge of the law with excellent client service, responsiveness and practical advice."
"The firm have a variety of subject matter experts who are quick, efficient and provide excellent advice."
"The team is strategic, capable and well resourced. They have a deep understanding of our practices and are able to align legal strategy with our goals."
"Gibson Dunn is at the cutting edge of the law with excellent client service, responsiveness and practical advice."
"The firm have a variety of subject matter experts who are quick, efficient and provide excellent advice."
"The team is strategic, capable and well resourced. They have a deep understanding of our practices and are able to align legal strategy with our goals."