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Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP is a firm with a real labor practice - not simply litigators who attempt employment cases. On a comparative basis for a firm our size, we have among the largest work and labor groups in California. Each of our attorneys works carefully and personally with employer customers to develop proactive compliance and conflict resolution strategies. We think this individually therapy is even more effective than an unwieldy team. We deal with clients to assist them prevent workplace issues, but where controversy is unavoidable, we have actually handled literally hundreds of jury trials, administrative trials and appeals before courts and administrative companies across the country.

JMBM is recognized as a Go-To Law Office® & reg; for the top 500 companies in the United States in the areas of labor litigation and labor & work law, as figured out by American Lawyer Media's (ALM) yearly survey of in-house counsel at FORTUNE 500® & reg; business. Because labor employment and employment issues often involve high stakes and intense time pressure, our lawyers are devoted to giving companies the most instant service possible. We react immediately and without stop working, with uncomplicated suggestions from a skilled lawyer who won't pass your problem off to somebody else. Issues like unwanted sexual advances and workplace violence need immediate attention- and we supply it.

Employers in the middle of a disagreement over an organizing drive or an unfair labor practice problem count on our aggressive and timely action. Accountability and ease of access are our watchwords, and you get direct access to the person who can solve your problem or answer your concern.

Among the strengths of our labor and work group is the diversity of the employers we represent. Public and private business in business sectors ranging from fundamental production to innovation, apparel to aerospace and from healthcare to monetary services all depend on JMBM labor attorneys, no matter the issue. Many clients have been with us 10 to 20 years-in numerous cases dealing with the exact same skilled lawyer who totally comprehends their organization.

Our industry-specific avoidance and preparedness techniques can avoid or decrease costly claims. We work closely with senior executives and internal counsel to craft personalized, efficient employment policies - complete with an emphasis on effectively training managers and HR staff on legal rights and responsibilities. Our options work to make sure compliance with national and state labor laws, lessen disputes with workers, and optimize tactical benefit if litigation is necessary. We worry creative planning and aggressive advocacy for every customer.

There are organization sectors where we have unique ability in dealing with employment matters. Many law firms count on us for counsel on issues including staff and attorneys, and we typically advise broker-dealers on non-compete and disciplinary debates. Our attorneys also successfully represent many healthcare and hospitality industry clients in cumulative bargaining and other labor and work issues.

Any safeguarded class of employees-by age, race, gender, disability, religion-could bring match versus a company under the discrimination statues. We have effectively prosecuted and fixed all kinds of discrimination matters brought under such employment laws as the:

- Americans with Disabilities Act
- Family Medical Leave Act
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act
- Fair Labor Standards Act
- Family and Medical Leave Act
The finest method to manage any claim is to avoid it from being filed, and we offer customers reliable assistance right from the start to manage problems appropriately and keep them from becoming claims. If lawsuits is needed, our attorneys examine thoroughly and prepare a strong position that can negate plaintiff claims.

We supply strong defense in state and federal court, in administrative actions before the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and before all the California state agencies - the Department of Labor Standards Enforcement, the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, and the Employment Development Department.

Often overlapping with discrimination problems are claims for wrongful termination, retaliatory treatment and whistle blowing. We understand the requirement in such cases to show that a company's actions were proper, and regardless of the notoriety that is often included, we have actually had substantial success at revealing that company conduct was genuine and dealt with correctly.

Whether your business currently has 3rd party representation or looks for to preserve an office without such participation, our extremely effective labor relations counsel can be vital to assisting maintain a competitive workplace while decreasing disputes and maximizing management versatility. Employers that face union organizing drives count on our aid to:

- Maintain a positive working environment with open interaction with all workers
- Adhere to NLRB election laws
- Counter aggressive unionizing efforts without producing a "union-busting" debate
In unionized workplaces, our firm is an extremely skilled and responsive partner that works alongside business personnels and labor relations personnel to:

- Engage in cumulative bargaining - consisting of multi-union, multi-location talks
- React to complaint and arbitration actions
- Manage decreases in force, drug testing, discipline proceedings and strikes
- Provide representation in NLRB procedures
Responsiveness, determination and focus are what set our labor relations counsel apart from that of other law practice. We provide immediate response, day-and-night accessibility in crisis scenarios and aggressive defense of all employers' rights.

We safeguard lots of companies versus class action lawsuits in which workers demand back overtime pay-and millions of dollars in damages-claiming that under business policies the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime pay exemption no longer applies to them.

JMBM labor lawyers can assist companies avoid classification issues that lead to claims by:

- Auditing existing salary policy and pay practices
- Reviewing the language of written work policies to ensure they adhere to FLSA requirements for exempt and non-exempt staff members
- Making certain all exempt employee job descriptions include management and guidance
If you as a company are confronted with a wage and hour suit, whether under federal law or California wage and hour statutes, we install an energetic and . Your JMBM attorney will look for to reject class accreditation and work to secure an efficient and efficient settlement that dismisses unfounded claims and secures your interests.

Disputes over non-compete agreements including trade secrets typically pit employers versus each other - especially in California, where the state's Unfair Competition Law (Section 17200) makes it particularly difficult to impose non-compete terms. We've dealt with litigation representing both workers' previous and existing employers, and are knowledgeable at protecting and withstanding TROs and long-term injunctions to protect employer interests in either type of case.