Employment law and trade secret litigation, counseling and dispute resolution on behalf of employers and high-level executives.
I specialize in employment law and trade secret matters. I have considerable experience defending employers in lawsuits and government agency complaints involving claims of harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage and hour violations (including class action defense). I also represent companies frequently in bringing claims against former employees who improperly use company confidential information and trade secrets to steal company clients and employees. In the counseling arena, I draft offer letters, employment and independent contractor contracts, employee handbooks, employment policies, and employee confidentiality and trade secret agreements. I also advise employers on a variety of issues including discipline problems, harassment and discrimination complaint investigations, termination procedures, reductions in force (layoffs), and employee disability claims and medical leave requests. disputes quickly and at a fraction of the cost of litigation.
1. California-based employers of all sizes as well as foreign companies with California operations who need advice or defense in claims based on California’s unique employment laws or representation in protecting trade secrets and proprietary information. 2. High-level executives (over $250K/year salary) leaving one employer to go to another who need assistance in the negotiation of severance or defense against trade secret claims.
Professional Services Apparel/Textile/Fashion Construction Distribution Food & Beverage Health & Beauty Manufacturing New Media/Entertainment Real Estate Retail Start-ups Technology
