Labor & Employment - Michigan
What the team is known for
Varnum is a Grand Rapids-headquartered firm noted for its high-quality labor and employment offering and complementary expertise in immigration law. It routinely advises large human resources departments on workforce reduction strategies, contract issues and labor relations. It is especially well known for its active and successful arbitration practice. It represents clients in a range of industries including automotive, food manufacturing and transportation.
Notable practitioners
Richard Hooker has practiced as a labor and employment attorney for close to 50 years. He continues to provide the Varnum team with the benefit of his many years' experience and is especially well versed in the automotive sector.
David Khorey advises on a broad array of employment issues as well as traditional labor matters. He has particular expertise assisting clients in the automotive and healthcare sectors.
Elizabeth Skaggs is skilled at handling a variety of labor and employment matters, including issues relating to unfair labor practices, harassment and the FMLA.
Lawrence Murphy is a trial lawyer with extensive experience in contentious labor and employment matters. This includes cases relating to allegations of wrongful discharge and workplace discrimination.
Maureen Rouse-Ayoub regularly counsels clients on employment and union related claims across the healthcare, logistics and automotive industries. She is also adept at representing clients in workplace investigations.
Luis Avila is a recognized up-and-comer noted for his ability to advise on labor and employment issues.
