Labor & Employment - Washington
What the team is known for
Lane Powell is well regarded for its handling of employment disputes and employee benefits matters. Its lawyers are particularly noted for their defense of class actions involving wage and hour and discrimination issues. The team also offers strength in traditional labor law concerns, including collective bargaining and union campaigns. Its client roster features employers of all sizes active in a wide range of industries, such as retail, hospitality, banking, energy and technology.
Strengths
"Lane Powell handles complex and sophisticated matters with urgency and accuracy."
"The team has a deep knowledge of employment law and is incredibly responsive."
"It is clear that it has expertise throughout the firm. Whenever there has been a need to bring in expertise from elsewhere, it has had somebody ready to speak with us quickly, and cover the matter thoroughly."
Notable practitioners
Michael Reilly has a wealth of experience defending employers in discrimination and wrongful discharge lawsuits. "Mike is a phenomenal relationship partner. He is experienced and well versed in nuances of strategy in employment discrimination matters."
Katheryn Bradley acts for and advises both public and private employers on a wide range of labor and employment matters. She is well versed in the handling of single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits, and in the drafting of employment agreements. "Katheryn has a strong breadth of knowledge and provides similarly strong guidance." "She is great and very experienced."
Priya Vivian has a burgeoning practice in the space. She has experience assisting clients with employment matters following significant transactions, as well as representing them in high-profile litigation. "Priya is very smart and impressive." "She provides great explanations of law and how to apply it, and is a joy to work with."