EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION
In the Midst of a Storm, Peace Is Still Possible
We help your business emerge stronger, steadier, and legally secure.
When the Allegations Hit, We Help You Find Calm
A demand letter. A harassment claim. A lawsuit from a current or former employee. Whether the claims are legitimate or baseless, one thing is certain: employment litigation can wreak havoc on your business and your peace of mind.
These cases feel personal, emotional, and disruptive. They impact your leadership team, distract your workforce, and threaten your reputation. We understand the storm you’re in. Our job is to help you navigate it so you can emerge from the storm even stronger.
WHY TRUST US
Expert Litigation Defense, Rooted in
Real-World Insight
Our Employment Litigation Practice Group brings the clarity and composure employers need during uncertain times. You need more than legal defense—you need calm in the chaos. We help you achieve winning outcomes now and help ensure legal matters don’t derail your business in the future.
Big Law Experience: Expert counsel without big firm bloat.
Early Intervention: We act quickly to assess risk and contain disruption.
Tailored Strategies: We build litigation plans aligned with your values and goals.
Responsive: We’re accessible and communicative, keeping you informed every step of the way.
Business-Savvy: We understand the ripple effects of litigation and work to protect your company’s time, culture, and credibility.
“Medina McKelvey helped us assess our risk, develop a resolution plan, and execute a strategy that was a big win for our business.”
Our Strategic Litigation Approach:
01
Assess the Threat
We get to the heart of the issue quickly—reviewing facts, identifying risk, and guiding you through your options.
02
Set the Strategy
We work closely with you to align on goals and develop a custom plan to resolve the case efficiently, whether through skillful negotiation or strategic defense.
03
Achieve a Win
From start to finish, we prioritize clarity, speed, and your best interests. The goal: a smooth path out of litigation and a stronger business on the other side.
Who We Represent
Named Individuals
Managers and supervisors are often named in employee lawsuits. We provide experienced counsel to protect your people and your business.
Employers
From small to midsize businesses to national brands across every major industry.
A Strategic Response for Every Type of Lawsuit
From simple disputes to complex, high-stakes litigation, we offer employers proven strategies that result in winning outcomes across a wide range of employment law cases.
Wrongful Termination
Claims alleging an employee was unlawfully fired based on discrimination, retaliation, or protected activity.
Harassment
Defense against sexual harassment and other hostile work environment claims—often emotionally charged and reputationally risky.
Discrimination
Allegations involving race, gender, disability, age, religion, and more.
Retaliation
Claims that an employee was punished for whistleblowing, reporting misconduct, or taking protected leave.
Leave and Accommodation Disputes
Matters involving FMLA, CFRA, disability leave, or failure to accommodate under FEHA or the ADA.
Executive / Contract Disputes
Cases involving employment contracts, severance agreements, and compensation disputes.
A Trusted Partner to In-House Counsel
We regularly collaborate with in-house legal teams to provide seamless, strategic support that complements your internal capabilities. Our litigation team enhances your impact, protects your bandwidth, and helps you drive cases to winning outcomes. We also accept referrals and partner with other firms to serve as outside counsel in complex cases.
Let’s Get You Back to Building Your Business
Employment litigation doesn’t have to derail your business. With the right strategy and the right team, your organization can emerge stronger.
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