Labor-Management RelationsOverviewEmployers rely on Michael Best’s labor lawyers for experienced counsel. We regularly provide services such as collective bargaining and grievance handling to clients with unionized employees. Our team members who assist clients in labor relations and negotiations are experienced in interest-based or mutual gains bargaining, and we draw on these techniques in collective bargaining and to resolve other labor issues. We represent employers nationwide in matters such as:
- Certification, decertification, and other matters before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and state labor relations agencies
- Collective bargaining negotiations and mediation
- Strike management
- Grievances and arbitrations
- Legal compliance training for managers and supervisors
Michael Best works with clients to maintain union-free status; to deal with union organizing; to help with union election campaigns; and to participate in the development of communication programs for employees and employers related to union matters.
Members of our Labor-Management Relations practice have formerly worked at the NLRB, giving us a valuable inside perspective. For clients facing potential labor actions, we can provide comprehensive strategies to help deter or minimize the negative economic and public relations impact of a strike. Related People Preview Attorney's BiographyBusinesses, owners, and boards of directors look to Scott as their outside general counsel to ensure legal compliance of their operations and initiatives. Scott also represents businesses and manages litigation in federal and state courts and administrative agencies throughout the country in all areas of employment law.  Preview Attorney's BiographyAmy’s outstanding track record is built on successful outcomes in the full spectrum of labor, employment and business-related issues, in both litigation and non-litigation settings. As a problem solver, Amy applies common sense and creativity to develop targeted employment-related solutions for her clients.  Preview Attorney's BiographyDavid is a zealous and unrelenting advocate in employment and labor relations matters. He also serves as general counsel for selected clients. David’s practice is defined by his singular commitment to helping clients achieve their business objectives.  Preview Attorney's BiographyDevin is an Associate in the firm’s Labor & Employment Relations practice, focusing on risk avoidance and employer defense.
He frequently represents employers in administrative proceedings and state and federal court litigation involving wage and class actions, discrimination allegations, FMLA actions, OSHA disputes, and non-compete actions. Devin has experience representing clients before agencies including the Wisconsin Equal Rights Division, Illinois Human Rights Commission, Equal ...  Preview Attorney's BiographyLeigh has represented private and public sector employers in labor and employment matters for nearly 25 years. Her litigation experience includes successfully advocating for clients in state and federal courts and administrative agencies across the country in harassment, discrimination, disability, and leave-related disputes, grievance arbitrations, unfair labor practices charges, and various administrative agency matters. She has extensive experience investigating and handling matters filed with the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission, the National Labor Relations Board, and other federal and state agencies.  Preview Attorney's BiographyTom advises Fortune 500 and other national corporations on all aspects of labor, employment and discrimination law. Clients value his extensive, multistate experience spanning a range of industries, including manufacturing, service, chemicals, financial, retail, food, pharmaceuticals, and warehouse/distribution. Clients also turn to Tom for guidance on labor and employment matters arising out of major acquisitions, divestitures, and consolidation of operations.  Preview Attorney's BiographyJosé is the Chair of the of the firm’s Higher Education Industry Group and counsels colleges and universities on issues including governance, financial challenges, Title IX, student discipline, employment matters, discrimination, and contract administration. José is also the founder of Michael Best’s Immigration law practice. Clients depend on his deep knowledge of and experience with U.S. immigration law and employment-based immigration matters, including immigration status, permanent labor certification, national interest waiver, adjustment of status, consular processing, citizenship and naturalization, and I-9 compliance.  Preview Attorney's BiographyChuck is a go-to lawyer for complex cases involving OSHA, employment law, labor negotiations, independent contractor and joint employment matters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with state and federal enforcement agencies to develop human resource, safety and environmental policies and practices that prevent problems and save them significant expense. Chuck has defended employers in more than 1,000 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) citation cases over the past 26 years.  Preview Attorney's BiographyMitch serves as a trusted advisor to businesses on all aspects of management labor and employment law. Clients value his deep knowledge of employment and labor laws, with an emphasis on wage and hour law. Clients regularly seek his counsel regarding compliance with the many and continually changing labor and employment laws, as well as to address challenging or risky personnel situations.
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