Representation of school music dealer in defense of lawsuit by competitor alleging breach of employment agreements, specifically non-compete, non-solicitation provisions, tortious interference of contractual relationships, misappropriation of trade secrets, and seeking injunctive relief in connection with the hiring of three former employees of competitor. (Texas state court)

Representation of a non-profit residential care organization for at-risk children in defense of claims brought by former house parents for religious discrimination and retaliation under Title VII and Texas state law, defamation, and failure to pay overtime in violation of the FLSA. (Northern District of Texas-Amarillo Division)

Representation of employer defending against wage/hour overtime claim brought by former employee. Conducted written discovery and depositions. Successfully defeated plaintiff’s claims on summary judgment arguing employee was exempt under the Fair Labor Standard Act’s agricultural exemption. Employee appealed to the Eighth Circuit. Eighth Circuit affirmed district court’s ruling upholding summary judgment for client. (Northern District of Iowa)

Representation of employer defending against claims by former employee alleging interference and retaliation in violation of the Family Medical Leave Act brought in state court and removed to federal court. Obtained favorable settlement terms following summary judgment briefing and hearing. (Southern District of Iowa)

Representation of pork producer defending against allegations of age discrimination, gender-based discrimination harassment and retaliation at agency level.

Representation of physical therapy organization and owner/operator of long-term care facilities in a variety of employment-related issues: defending sexual harassment lawsuit by assistant director of nursing against employer and CEO, defending race and gender-based discrimination claims at agency level and responding to wage/hour and leave issues raised by employees.

Representation of nurse practitioners in wage/hour claim against former-employer (clinic and physician) for unpaid overtime and off-the-clock hours worked away from clinic. Case resulted in favorable settlement to clients just prior to the pre-trial conference. (Northern District of Texas-Amarillo Division)

Provision of advice to employers in a variety of matters involving federal and state laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Family Medical Leave Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and applicable state anti-discrimination law.