Tension between management and employees comes with the territory. For small to mid-sized employers, who generally operate without the benefit of in-house expertise, workplace issues present special challenges, with or without a union presence. An inappropriate remark, a poorly written policy, or a missed or mishandled performance evaluation can suddenly transform tension to conflict.

Robbins, Schwartz, Nicholas, Lifton & Taylor provides practical, preventive counsel that reduces tension, and effective advocacy that makes conflict less costly and time-consuming. Positive labor relations begin with skillfully negotiated contracts that serve the interests of both management and labor. A productive workplace depends on well-drafted policies that reflect both your business philosophy and legal mandates. To achieve these objectives, Robbins, Schwartz is prepared to address the full range of labor and employment matters, including:

• Contract negotiation and interpretation
• Policies governing hiring, discipline, evaluation, drug testing, and other critical workforce issues
• ADA and FMLA compliance
• Grievance defense
• Wrongful discharge charges
• Employment discrimination charges

Robbins, Schwartz counsel puts clients in a winning position from the outset; our aggressive advocacy in state and federal courts, EEOC and other venues produces consistently winning results.

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