Areas of emphasis include employment litigation (including discrimination and harassment, employment contract disputes, wage and hour issues and trade secrets) employer advice and counseling.
Partner, Carlton DiSante & Freudenberger LLP, 2008-present
Associate, Carlton DiSante & Freudenberger LLP, 2003-2007
Associate, Jones Day, 1999-2003
Counsel representing employers in employment litigation including claims of retaliation and wrongful discharge, sexual, racial and disability harassment, discrimination, and alleged Family Medical Leave Act violations.
Obtained complete summary judgment on racial discrimination and harassment claims in Federal Court. Successfully defended Ninth Circuit appeal of summary judgment decision.
Successfully defended appeal of the Labor Commissioner ruling resulting in a complete defense victory and a judgment for attorneys´ fees and costs in favor of client.
Negotiated favorable Conciliation Agreement with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance, after the OFCCP alleged several significant violations of Federal Affirmative Action regulations. |