Labor & Employment
USA Guide 2024 : Pennsylvania
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+1 215 963 5000About
Provided by Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Our labor, employment, executive compensation, and benefits practitioners help employers around the world navigate the constantly changing landscape of global, US, state, and local laws and regulations that govern the workplace. With more than 375 lawyers and other professionals throughout our offices in the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, we apply a solution-oriented approach to give our clients a competitive edge as we work with them to address the full range of workforce matters that affect the bottom line.
We approach workplace challenges with an understanding of our clients’ businesses and the unique, industry-specific regulatory and competitive pressures they face. Our industry knowledge is particularly deep in the areas of financial services, technology, energy, healthcare, retail, pharmaceuticals, transportation, defense, food and hospitality, insurance, and manufacturing. We proactively identify risks and develop strategies and solutions to help employers avoid litigation and other employee disputes, including those that involve unions or organizing campaigns.
Chambers Review
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius maintains its position as one of the leading labor and employment practices in Pennsylvania. Its strength in employment litigation includes advising on noncompete disputes, wage and hour claims, and discrimination suits. The firm is also noted for its strong noncontentious labor practice. The team is adept at handling matters for clients in sectors such as transportation, pharmaceuticals, energy, and food and beverages.
Work Highlights
- Morgan, Lewis & Bockius defended the University of Pennsylvania in a retaliation claim by a former employee.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm's service is excellent. The team is responsive and professional, and delivers quality product in a timely manner."
"The team at Morgan Lewis gives timely, practical and strategic advice on all elements of labor and employment law."
"The firm's service is excellent. The team is responsive and professional, and delivers quality product in a timely manner."
"The team at Morgan Lewis gives timely, practical and strategic advice on all elements of labor and employment law."
Notable Practitioners
Steven Wall is managing partner at Morgan Lewis. He earns recognition for his handling of various complex employment cases, including sexual harassment and discrimination claims.
Michael Banks is an acknowledged leader in employment law who is routinely called on to handle sophisticated employment disputes.
"He is wonderful litigator and a great employment lawyer."
"Michael Banks is a tremendous lawyer."
Sarah Bouchard has broad experience in employment matters, and regularly handles OSHA whistleblower claims and harassment disputes.
"Working with Sarah has been excellent; she's very timely, and she makes sure we get briefs in advance to review them before anything is filed."
"She's an absolute top-notch litigator."
Michael Puma is highly regarded for the quality of his practice in labor and employment matters. He is particularly experienced in wage and hour class actions and noncompete litigation.
"He is extremely responsive, provides practical and helpful guidance and is a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him."
"Mike is a savvy and dedicated lawyer."
John Lee is recognized for often representing employers in class and collective actions across the country concerning a range of employment issues.
"I can't say enough good things about John; he is responsive, practical and a good guy. He will pick up the phone and talk you through it."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Pennsylvania
Members
Provided by Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Joseph C. Ragaglia
Michael J. Puma