Labor & Employment
USA Guide 2024 : Delaware
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About
Provided by Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP
Young Conaway represents private and public sector employers in all facets of management-side employment and labor law. Our lawyers have extensive litigation experience and regularly represent clients in Delaware's state and federal trial and appellate courts, before the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), the U.S. and Delaware Departments of Labor, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), and other state and federal administrative tribunals. We also provide day-to-day and long-term advice aimed at preventing problems before they occur. This proactive approach includes counseling regarding personnel policies and practices, implementation and enforcement of restrictive covenants, arbitration programs and employment law compliance audits. Attorneys in the section advise employers regarding legal considerations involving issues such as hiring, firing, promotions, and layoffs.
Chambers Review
Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP has a comprehensive practice advising on a broad range of matters, including union avoidance and labor negotiations. The firm maintains an excellent reputation for its expertise in discrimination and wage and hour claims, and is a strong choice for class and collective action defense work as well as constitutional claims against public employers. It is also highly regarded for expertise in restrictive covenant and noncompete matters. The firm has a deep bench offering expertise in a range of industries, including the education, public services and financial sectors.
Work Highlights
- Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor represented the City of Wilmington in ongoing collective bargaining negotiations.
Strengths
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"Whenever we are dealing with sensitive issues, we know we can rely on their expertise."
"Whenever we are dealing with sensitive issues, we know we can rely on their expertise."
Notable Practitioners
Barry Willoughby brings significant experience to bear in the representation of employers in both contentious proceedings and advisory mandates. He offers expertise in matters including discrimination and wrongful dismissal claims.
William Bowser is considered a go-to attorney for Delaware labor matters. He acts for employers from a range of sectors in complex disputes and negotiations.
"He is a great lawyer."
Michael Stafford comes highly regarded for his deft handling of labor and employment matters. He is especially active representing clients in the education sector.
"He is very knowledgeable and responsive, always diligent and detail-oriented."
"He is able to take on any challenge."
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Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP
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