Prominent Oakland Lawyers
Since 1985, the law firm of Patton Wolan Carlise LLP has represented employers in Oakland and throughout the Bay Area in Northern California. Our clients come to us confident that our attorneys are well-versed in the particulars of their unique situations. We take the time to carefully evaluate all issues, making recommendations based on the law and developing comprehensive case strategies to resolve cases efficiently and cost-effectively. We take the time to educate clients about rights and responsibilities, making certain they are aware of the consequences of their decisions throughout negotiation, litigation and appeals.
Representation for Employers in Employment Disputes
Our lawyers represent employers in all types of employment law disputes, including but not limited to:
- Discrimination claims of every type
- Disability Act claims
- Sexual harassment claims
- Wage and hour claims
- Family and Medical Leave Act claims
- Pregnancy Leave claims
- Age discrimination
- Retaliation claims
- Whistle blower claims
- Wrongful termination claims
In addition to defending against employee lawsuits, we assist employers in crafting responses to administrative complaints from the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Labor Commissioner, UIAB and other organizations.
Comprehensive Defense Representation
Our defense representation is not limited to defending employers against employment-related claims. We have defended clients against lawsuits involving civil rights, constitutional, tort, defamation, premises liability toxic tort, fraud, breach of contract claims, other business law matters, and more.
Severance Agreements and Other Employment Law Matters
In a rapidly changing and dynamic global marketplace, employers are confronted with a number of issues concerning equality, trust and fair play in the workplace. Our attorneys are committed to partnering with and assisting clients in an ongoing, collaborative effort to review company policies, procedures and employee handbooks. We work to protect clients from exposure to different kinds of liabilities early in the process. We advise clients regarding changes or protections needed to prevent potential lawsuits in the future.
In addition, we assist with severance agreements and other contractual matters.
Call us at 888-347-1492 or send us an e-mail to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced Bay Area employment law defense lawyers.
