Orange County Labor & Employment Lawyer

Trusted Labor & Employment Attorney in Orange County, CA

As an experienced Orange County Labor & Employment Lawyer, WHGC assists national, international, and multi-national organizations, as well as private and public sector employers, in navigating the complex network of labor and employment laws that govern how employers must treat employees, former employees, and job applicants throughout every stage of the employer/employee relationship—from pre-hire to post-termination.

Our lawyers have significant experience in interpreting and construing state, federal, and international statutes and case law in areas involving:

• Employment discrimination
• Affirmative action
• Sexual harassment
• Employee benefits
• Whistleblower (Qui Tam)
• Wrongful discharge
• Employment contracts
• Defamation
• Invasion of privacy
• Breach of non-compete and confidentiality agreements
• The Americans With Disabilities Act
• The Family and Medical Leave Act
• The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act
• The Federal Employer’s Liability Act
• The Occupational Safety and Health Act
• Administrative claims filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
• Special laws governing municipal employment

The labor and employment law attorneys of WHGC provide sound, practical and proactive legal advice in order to assist you with avoiding litigation and other adversarial proceedings. Our attorneys are always focused on creative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. We encourage and have successfully used alternative dispute resolution methods, including facilitative mediation and arbitration to minimize the time and costs related to resolving labor and employment law disputes.

However, if litigation becomes necessary, our trial lawyers will be fully prepared to represent your interest in any court. Our firm has extensive experience in large-scale, complex litigation involving multinational companies. (For lists of our firm’s past clients and cases, please visit our Representative Clients page).

FAQs

What Types Of Labor And Employment Matters Does WHGC Handle For Orange County Employers?

WHGC represents national, international, and multinational employers across a wide range of workplace legal matters, including employment discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful discharge, employee benefits, whistleblower claims, breach of non-compete agreements, and compliance with federal statutes such as the ADA, FMLA, WARN Act, and OSHA. The firm also handles administrative claims filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and matters involving municipal employment.

Does WHGC Represent Both Employers And Employees In Labor Disputes?

Yes. WHGC’s labor and employment attorneys represent both private and public sector employers as well as employees in workplace disputes. Whether you are an organization seeking to navigate complex employment laws or an individual facing a workplace issue, the firm provides practical and proactive legal counsel tailored to your specific situation.

Can WHGC Help Resolve Employment Disputes Without Going To Court?

Absolutely. WHGC encourages and has successfully used alternative dispute resolution methods — including facilitative mediation and arbitration — to resolve labor and employment disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. However, if litigation becomes necessary, the firm’s trial attorneys are fully prepared to represent your interests in any court, including in large-scale, complex litigation involving multinational companies.

Does WHGC Have Experience With International And Multinational Labor And Employment Issues?

Yes. As part of its international business practice, WHGC advises multinational and foreign-based organizations on U.S. labor and employment law compliance, including the interpretation of state, federal, and international statutes and case law. The firm is well-positioned to help global companies understand their obligations to employees, former employees, and job applicants at every stage of the employment relationship.

Contact Our Lawyers

To set up a consultation with one of our lawyers in Orange County, please contact us. All legal consultations are strictly confidential under the attorney-client privilege.