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Labor & Employment | USA

Mississippi

Chambers USA, Labor - as distinct from Employment - refers to the representation of corporates in their dealings with labor unions, including collective bargaining negotiations, strike avoidance and NLRB (National Labor Relations Board) proceedings. The section also covers wage and hour class and collective actions, as well as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) and other workplace safety issues, which are also recognised in the Nationwide Occupational Safety and Health section. Employment covers litigation related to sex, race, age and national origin discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination and employment-related restrictive covenants. This section also covers noncontentious matters relating to day-to-day business issues as well as workforce restructuring, and employment issues related to mergers and takeovers. Lawyers also advise on the writing of policy handbooks for major corporates and HR training.

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Band 1

  1. Balch & Bingham LLP
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    Balch & Bingham LLP
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
    Balch & Bingham is recognized for its substantial breadth of experience. The firm provides high-quality advice on both employment matters and labor disputes, including complex union matters. Balch & Bingham is highly active in EEOC cases and offers extensive knowledge of healthcare insurance and the Affordable Care Act.
  2. Butler Snow LLP
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    Butler Snow LLP
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
    Butler Snow is well equipped to act for employers in complex litigation, with particular expertise in restrictive covenants and noncompete agreements. The firm is adept in alternative dispute resolution practice and regularly assists clients with preventive measures to avoid lawsuits. Butler Snow has significant experience representing major manufacturing organizations, with notable work including defense against OSHA violation claims.
  3. Phelps Dunbar LLP
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    Phelps Dunbar LLP
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
    Phelps Dunbar offers high-quality courtroom advocacy in a range of employment disputes. The firm covers the entire spectrum of labor and employment issues, with substantial experience appearing before federal agencies on behalf of clients. Phelps Dunbar offers proficient representation of employers in union-related matters, including strikes, decertification and the maintenance of union-free status. The team provides counseling on noncontentious employment matters, including in regard to ERISA and other employee benefits, and its clients include energy companies, hospitals and educational establishments.
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Band 2

  1. Watkins & Eager PLLC
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    Watkins & Eager PLLC
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked
    Watkins & Eager advises employers on employee relations, employment policies and disciplinary issues, including individual employee discrimination cases. The firm has wide experience on employment disputes relating to the ADA, and acts for a variety of clients including financial institutions, energy companies and healthcare groups. Litigation is a mainstay of Watkins & Eager's practice, and the firm has achieved notable successes for many leading clients.
  2. Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
    Labor & Employment
    2024 | Band 2