Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP is a firm with a real labor practice - not just litigators who try work cases. On a relative basis for a company our size, we have among the biggest work and labor groups in California. Each of our lawyers works closely and personally with employer customers to establish proactive compliance and conflict resolution methods. Our company believe this individually counseling is even more efficient than an unwieldy group. We work with clients to help them avoid workplace problems, however where controversy is unavoidable, we have dealt with literally hundreds of jury trials, administrative trials and appeals before courts and administrative firms across the country.

JMBM is recognized as a Go-To Law Office® & reg; for the leading 500 business in the United States in the locations of labor lawsuits and labor & employment law, as identified by American Lawyer Media's (ALM) annual study of internal counsel at FORTUNE 500® & reg; business. Because labor and employment issues typically include high stakes and intense time pressure, our lawyers are dedicated to providing employers the most instant service possible. We respond without delay and without stop working, with uncomplicated guidance from a skilled legal representative who won't pass your problem off to somebody else. Issues like sexual harassment and workplace violence need immediate attention- and we provide it.

Employers in the middle of a disagreement over an arranging drive or an unfair labor practice complaint depend on our aggressive and prompt action. Accountability and ease of access are our watchwords, and you get direct access to the individual who can solve your issue or address your question.

Among the strengths of our labor and employment group is the variety of the companies we represent. Public and personal business in business sectors ranging from fundamental production to innovation, garments to aerospace and from health care to monetary services all rely on JMBM labor legal representatives, no matter the problem. Many clients have been with us 10 to 20 years-in numerous cases dealing with the same skilled legal representative who totally comprehends their organization.

Our industry-specific avoidance and readiness techniques can avoid or reduce pricey claims. We work closely with senior executives and in-house counsel to craft personalized, efficient work policies - complete with an emphasis on correctly training supervisors and HR personnel on legal rights and responsibilities. Our options work to guarantee compliance with nationwide and state labor laws, reduce conflicts with workers, and optimize strategic advantage if litigation is needed. We worry creative planning and aggressive advocacy for every single client.

There are business sectors where we have unique ability in dealing with employment matters. Many law office count on us for counsel on issues involving personnel and attorneys, and we frequently encourage broker-dealers on non-compete and disciplinary debates. Our legal representatives likewise effectively represent numerous healthcare and hospitality market customers in collective bargaining and other labor employment and work concerns.

Any safeguarded class of employees-by age, race, gender, impairment, religion-could bring suit against a company under the discrimination statues. We have successfully prosecuted and dealt with 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 way to handle any claim is to prevent it from being filed, and we offer customers reliable assistance right from the start to manage grievances correctly and keep them from ending up being lawsuits. If litigation is necessary, our lawyers investigate completely and prepare a strong position that can negate plaintiff claims.

We provide strong defense in state and federal court, in administrative actions before the Federal Equal Job 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 concerns are claims for wrongful termination, retaliatory treatment and whistle blowing. We understand the necessity in such cases to show that an employer's actions were correct, and regardless of the prestige that is in some cases involved, we have had considerable success at showing that company conduct was genuine and managed properly.

Whether your organization currently has 3rd party representation or seeks to maintain a workplace without such involvement, our extremely effective labor relations counsel can be crucial to assisting maintain a competitive workplace while minimizing conflicts and making the most of management versatility. Employers that deal with union arranging drives count on our assistance to:

- Maintain a favorable workplace with open communication with all staff members
- Comply with NLRB election laws
- Counter aggressive unionizing efforts without developing a "union-busting" debate
In unionized work environments, our company is an extremely proficient and responsive partner that works alongside company personnels and labor relations workers to:

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

We protect lots of companies against class action suits in which workers demand back overtime pay-and countless dollars in damages-claiming that under company policies the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime pay exemption no longer uses to them.

JMBM labor employment lawyers can help employers prevent classification issues that result in lawsuits by:

- Auditing existing wage policy and pay practices
- Reviewing the language of composed work policies to ensure they conform to FLSA requirements for exempt and non-exempt employees
- Making certain all exempt employee job descriptions include management and guidance
If you as a company are faced with a wage and hour claim, whether under federal law or California wage and hour statutes, we mount an energetic and efficient defense. Your JMBM legal representative will look for to reject class certification and work to protect an efficient and efficient settlement that dismisses unproven claims and protects your interests.

Disputes over non-compete agreements including trade secrets often pit companies against each other - particularly in California, where the state's Unfair Competition Law (Section 17200) makes it especially tough to impose non-compete terms. We've handled lawsuits representing both previous and current employers, and are experienced at securing and resisting TROs and permanent injunctions to protect company interests in either type of case.