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Deontae D. Wherry
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Texas Tech University School of LawTexas
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Justin Manchester
Justin Manchester
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Texas Employment Law Lawyer with 10 years experience

Mr. Manchester has represented hundreds of clients in resolving a wide range of employment disputes, including claims for discrimination, retaliation, unpaid wages, overtime violations, non-compete agreements, and... Read More »
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Eric Dama
Eric Dama
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Skilled & Determined Texas Employment Attorney! Fighting for Employee Rights!

I provide knowledgeable and aggressive legal representation for those who have been wronged in the workplace. I am dedicated to exceptional service and results! Visit my website to see results, call for a consultation. Read More »
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Stephen C. Key
Stephen C. Key
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Texas Employment Law Lawyer with 25 years experience

Southern Methodist UniversityU.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas, U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas, U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas and...
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Cynthia Figueroa
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Plano/Frisco, TX Employment Law Attorney with 29 years experience
(972) 208-0115 7000 Preston Road,
Suite 1100
 Plano/Frisco, TX 75024
Free ConsultationEmployment, Administrative, Business and Municipal
SMU Dedman School of Law and Tulane University School of Law
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Jesse Green
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Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 32 years experience
(469) 323-8300 7800 Preston Rd, Ste 106
 Plano, TX 75024
Employment, Business, Collections and Family
The University of Texas School of Law
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Working to provide value for my clients. My priority is to prevent legal problems through clear communication, fairness, and compliance, When prevention fails, I work to solve issues quickly and successfully.
Ms. Cynthia Marcotte Stamer
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Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 31 years experience
(214) 452-8297 3948 Legacy Drive
Suite 106, Box 397
 Plano, TX 75023
Employment, Business, Education and Health Care
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Jill Judith Weinberg
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Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 32 years experience
(972) 403-3330 6425 Willow Creek Drive
 Plano, TX 75093
Employment and Arbitration & Mediation
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Maki Kanayama
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Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 14 years experience
(972) 905-6700 101 E Park Blvd
#600
 Plano, TX 75074
Employment and Immigration
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Stephen Gilhooly
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Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 29 years experience
601 Shiloh Road
 Plano, TX 75074
Employment, Business, IP and International
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Liseanne Renee Kelly
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 19 years experience
(214) 494-3721 7500 Dallas Pkwy
Ste 700
 Plano, TX 75024
Employment
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Gary Arnold Anderson
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 23 years experience
(214) 952-1457 4036 Leon Dr
 Plano, TX 75074
Employment, Criminal and Juvenile
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Thomas Anthony
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 20 years experience
(972) 618-2600 2121 W Spring Creek Pkwy
 Plano, TX 75023
Employment, Business, Consumer and Divorce
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Kent Wade Starr
Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(214) 219-8440 777 E. 15th Street, Suite 203
 Plano, TX 75074
Employment, Business, Civil Rights and Construction
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F. Colin Durham Jr.
F. Colin Durham Jr.
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Texas Employment Law Attorney with 25 years experience

Colin Durham has over 24 years of courtroom experience covering a wide range of areas. Mr. Durham's primary area of practice is civil litigation, including employment law, construction, contract, commercial, and related... Read More »
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John L. Freeman
John L. Freeman
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Texas Employment Law Attorney with 46 years experience

John Freeman's primary areas of practice are employment law, civil litigation and related areas of business litigation. He regularly advises clients regarding employment law practices, non-competes, discrimination and... Read More »
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Russell Coolik
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 37 years experience
(972) 424-7020 901 E 16th St
 Plano, TX 75074
Employment, Business and Securities
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Nelson Akinrinade
Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 21 years experience
(561) 228-1329 1401 Summit Ave
 Plano, TX 75074
Employment and Business
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
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Jill Weinberg
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 34 years experience
(972) 403-3330 6425 Willow Creek Dr
 Plano, TX 75093
Employment and Arbitration & Mediation
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Kelly William
Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 19 years experience
(972) 673-1988 5000 Legacy Dr
 Plano, TX 75024
Employment, Entertainment & Sports and Personal Injury
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Paul Jon
Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 16 years experience
(972) 312-8202 101 E Park Blvd
 Plano, TX 75074
Employment, Business, Communications and Consumer
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Richard Armstrong
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 39 years experience
(972) 424-5297 1400 Gables Ct
 Plano, TX 75075
Employment, Business, Communications and IP
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Derek Benjamin Lipscombe
Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(469) 292-1517 6565 Headquarters Dr
W1-5B
 Plano, TX 75024
Employment
Univ of Michigan Law Sch
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David Schiller
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 24 years experience
(469) 467-9200 2309 W Parker Rd
 Plano, TX 75023
Employment, Business, Consumer and Personal Injury
South Texas College Of Law
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Isaac Brown III
Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 21 years experience
(972) 461-6060 6900 N Dallas Pkwy
 Plano, TX 75024
Employment
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Rosalyn Patrece Mitchell
Plano, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 25 years experience
(469) 292-5926 6565 Headquarters Dr
Mail Stop Hq W1-5-D
 Plano, TX 75024
Employment and Business
USC Law School
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Austin P. Campbell
Austin P. Campbell
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Skilled Texas Employment Law Attorney! Dedicated to Protecting Employee Rights!

I am a knowledgeable and determined employment lawyer. I am committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for employees who have been wronged in the workplace! Visit my website for results, call for a consultation. Read More »
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Tyler Gregston
Tyler Gregston
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Texas A&M University School of LawTexas
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Mr. Dale M Rodriguez
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Plano, TX Employment Law Attorney with 26 years experience
(866) 202-9921 555 Republic Drive, 2nd Floor
 Plano, TX 75002
Employment, Administrative, Civil Rights and Immigration
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I have practiced law continuously since 1993, focusing almost exclusively on the employment relationship. I am admitted to practice law in Florida (Florida Bar) and Texas (State Bar of Texas). I am also admitted to practice law before the United States Supreme Court and numerous federal courts with jurisdiction in Florida and Texas. Since year 2000, I have been Board Certified, Labor & Employment Law, by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I am a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). I attended the University of South Florida, in Tampa, Florida, and graduated with a undergraduate Bachelor of Arts...
Nicholas James Nuspi
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Allen, TX Employment Law Attorney with 26 years experience
(972) 359-1207 1420 W. Exchange Parkway, Suite 180
Glendover Professional Center, Building C
 Allen, TX 75013
Employment, Consumer, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Donald Edward Uloth
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 29 years experience
(214) 725-0260 18208 Preston Road, Suite D-9 # 261
 Dallas, TX 75252
Free ConsultationEmployment and Business
University of Texas - Austin
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I help people navigate the legal system, often on a contingent-fee basis. I have 26 years of experience handling trials, arbitrations and mediations, and appeals.
Jay English
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 28 years experience
(214) 528-4300 7616 LBJ Freeway, Suite 401
 Dallas, TX 75251
Free ConsultationEmployment, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
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Bobby Roopchand Devadoss
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 21 years experience
(468) 522-3089 14651 Dallas Parkway
 Dallas, TX 75254
Free ConsultationEmployment and Administrative
Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law
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Bobby Devadoss formerly worked as an attorney for the Federal Labor Relations Authority and later took a position with the Federal Aviation Administration before opening his own law firm. With offices in Dallas, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta, Mr. Devadoss represents federal employees nationwide in disciplinary proceedings ( MSPB), civil rights advocacy ( EEOC) and work injury claims ( OWCP). He also counsels labor unions and governmental agencies.
Marlon Frazier
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Richardson, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 28 years experience
(972) 437-3801 888 S. Greenville Ave.
Suite 139
 Richardson, TX 75081
Employment, Consumer, Criminal and Divorce
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Jason Nordsell
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney
(972) 715-2097 15305 Dallas Parkway
Ste. 300
 Dallas, TX 75001
Employment
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Richard T. Herman Esq
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McKinney, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 25 years experience
(800) 808-4013 910 West University
 McKinney, TX 75069
Free ConsultationEmployment, Criminal, Divorce and Immigration
Case Western Reserve University
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For all you immigration law needs, call Richard today at 1-800-808-4013. Richard and his team are happy to help! The Herman Legal Group is the "Law Firm for Immigrants." Founded by nationally-known immigration lawyer Richard Herman in 1995, the Herman Legal Group provides skilled and cost-effective immigration counsel to businesses, families and individuals. Along with attorneys Charmaine Rozario, Vania Stefanova, Frank Krajenke, Luis Villarroel, Erin James, Kamal Dari, and Of-Counsel lawyers Dinh Tran, Gil Manzano, Karmen Waters and Ronen Kurzfled. We speak over 12 languages. We are experienced in all aspects of immigration law, including...
Stacy L. Cole
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 7 years experience
(214) 800-5199 7929 Brookriver Dr
#605
 Dallas, TX 75247
Employment, Business and Civil Rights
SMU Dedman School of Law
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Mr. Cole is Board Certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and focuses his practice on representing employees in disputes against employers. In doing so, Mr. Cole has represented hundreds of clients in numerous employment claims, including but not limited to claims for unpaid overtime wages, minimum wage violations, discrimination, retaliation, FMLA violations, breach of employment contract, non-compete agreements, wrongful termination, hostile work environment, and employee grievance hearings. Although most of the firm's employment claims are handled through administrative agencies, Mr. Cole and the firm also has experience representing clients in litigation.

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Michael Handy
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Carrollton, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 39 years experience
(214) 438-0150 1000 Belt Line Rd.
Ste 210
 Carrollton, TX 75006
Employment, Business, Construction and Medical Malpractice
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Mr. Handy has handled thousands of cases in many areas of personal injury law, including automobile liability, product liability, construction negligence, railroad liability, medical malpractice, and other professional liability cases. MR. HANDY’S PRACTICE FOCUSES ON: Personal Injury Product Liability Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice Business and Commercial Litigation LAW BOARD CERTIFICATIONS Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization BORN Lincoln, Nebraska, December 29, 1950 ADMITTED TO BAR 1979, Texas and U.S. District Court – Northern and Western Districts of Texas. Selected to...
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Darren S. Harrington
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Texas Employment Law Lawyer with 22 years experience

Darren Harrington is a shareholder whose principal area of practice is focused on representing local, national, and international corporations and their officers in cases involving trade secrets, non-compete agreements,... Read More »
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Robert J. Wiley
Robert J. Wiley
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Experienced & Dedicated Employment Law Attorney! Advocacy for Texas Employees!

I aggressively advocate for employees who have been wronged in the workplace. I will work diligently for the best possible outcome! Visit my website to see case results and information or call for a consultation. Read More »
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Richard Y. Cheng
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 12 years experience
(214) 245-3090 901 Main Street
Suite 4600
 Dallas, TX 75202
Employment, Administrative, Business and Health Care
Nova Southeastern University
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Richard Y. Cheng has an extensive healthcare law practice, with particular concentration representing skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, home health agencies, community hospitals, hospices, and rehabilitation providers. Mr. Cheng counsels clients with respect to corporate transactions, healthcare regulatory and compliance matters, and administrative appeals. He has considerable experience representing clients involving Stark Law, Anti-kickback, HIPAA, HITECH Act, Medicare related transactions (e.g. CHOWs) licensure surveys, provider appeals before administrative law judges with the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals, Departmental Appeals Board, Civil Remedies Division and State Office of Administrative Appeals. Previously, Mr. Cheng was a shareholder at a...
Darren S. Harrington
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 22 years experience
(214) 615-7925 3710 Rawlins St
Suite 950
 Dallas, TX 75219
Employment, Business and Estate Planning
The University of Texas School of Law
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Darren Harrington is a shareholder whose principal area of practice is focused on representing local, national, and international corporations and their officers in cases involving trade secrets, non-compete agreements, union issues, personnel, and government regulatory matters. He has been recognized as one of the premier Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defense counselors in the country, and is regularly called upon by employers to enforce and defend against restrictive covenants such non-compete and non-disclosure agreements, as well as defend against claims under the various anti-discrimination in employment statutes, the minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act...
Thomas J. Howell
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 44 years experience
(214) 615-7925 3710 Rawlins St
Suite 950
 Dallas, TX 75219
Employment, Business, Energy and Estate Planning
Southern Methodist University
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Thomas Howell has been practicing law in Texas since his graduation from Southern Methodist School of Law in 1975. He has been engaged in private practice since 1987. Previously, Mr. Howell served as in-house counsel for Mobil Oil Corporation and for two other New York Stock Exchange-listed energy companies. His law practice concentrates on business and oil and gas, representing both companies and individuals. Mr. Howell often acts as the quarterback or general counsel for businesses so that if a legal matter arises, he can direct them on the proper course, even if he or his firm won't be legal...
John L. Freeman
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 46 years experience
(214) 615-7925 3710 Rawlins St
Suite 950
 Dallas, TX 75219
Employment, Business and Estate Planning
Vanderbilt University Law School
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John Freeman's primary areas of practice are employment law, civil litigation and related areas of business litigation. He regularly advises clients regarding employment law practices, non-competes, discrimination and other employment related matters.

Mr. Freeman was born in Jackson, Tennessee, in 1945. He received his bachelor's degree from Baylor University in 1967, and served in the United States Navy from 1967 – 1969 as a Supply Officer aboard the USS Duval County, LST-758. He attended law school at the Vanderbilt University School of Law, where he was an Associate Editor of the Vanderbilt Law Review in 1972 and 1973, and from which...
David M. Curtis
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 47 years experience
(800) 961-4201 381 Casa Linda Plaza
Ste. 103
 Dallas, TX 75218
Free ConsultationEmployment, Business and Civil Rights
SMU Dedman School of Law and University of Oklahoma College of Law
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For over 35 years, David has successfully guided individuals, small and large businesses through regulatory landscapes and continues to ensure his business clients are advantaged by prompt and innovative counsel. His litigation skills have been tempered coast-to-coast achieving remarkably brilliant outcomes. He is a graduate of the University Of Oklahoma College Of Law and holds a Masters of Law Degree(Labor)from Southern Methodist University. He was elected to membership in the American Law Institute and elected a Fellow in the College of Labor & Employment Law, David is the father of six children and an active civic leader.
Rogge Dunn
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 34 years experience
(214) 888-5000 500 N. Akard Street, Suite 1900
 Dallas, TX 75201
Employment, Business and Entertainment & Sports
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Rogge Dunn represents ultra-high net worth individuals, Fortune 500, executives, as well as General Counsels, private equity firms, coaches, professional athletes, Olympic gold medal winners, Judges and University Presidents.

Rogge formed the Rogge Dunn Group PC, a team of experienced Dallas employment attorneys. If you are in need of a Dallas trial attorney that can handle employment, defamation, business, financial, sexual harassment, or wrongful death cases, the Rogge Dunn Group PC can help. Check out our website to learn more about our practice areas, experience, and capabilities.

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Mr. Stephen E Kaplan
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Lawyer with 42 years experience
(214) 346-6048 10440 North Central Expressway
Suite 800
 Dallas, TX 75231
Employment, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
SUNY Buffalo Law School
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With over 41 years of experience, Stephen Kaplan is able to provide clients with comprehensive advice and counsel in a wide variety of areas of legal practice. Our entire firm is client-centered and strives to tailor the representation we offer to suit our clients' needs and goals. He is AV ® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Areas of Practice: Administrative Law Banking & Finance Law Business & Commercial Law Contracts Business Organizations Construction Law Employment Law -- Managerial and Executive Employees Employment Law -- Employer Estate Planning Government Agencies & Programs Labor Law Litigation & Appeals...
Kathy S. Cleaveland
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 41 years experience
(214) 615-7925 3710 Rawlins St
Suite 950
 Dallas, TX 75219
Employment, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
The University of Texas School of Law
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Kathy S. Cleaveland practices in the areas of estate planning, probate and corporate transactions. Her estate planning practice includes basic estate planning (such as will and trust preparation), transfer tax planning with various arrangements to reduce gift, estate and generation-skipping taxes in generational transfers, estate liquidity planning, marital planning, wealth preservation planning and charitable planning. Her estate planning experience also encompasses business succession planning. Her probate experience includes participation and support in various will contests, representation in guardianships and dependent and independent administration of estates and assistance in trust administration. She has also devoted time to a general corporate practice...
Barry S. Hersh
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 20 years experience
(214) 303-1022 3626 N Hall St
#800
 Dallas, TX 75219
Free ConsultationEmployment
The University of Texas School of Law
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Described by one of Texas' premier law firms as a "real go-getter who is tenacious and effective," Barry consistently ranks as a favorite choice among individuals and small businesses confronted with workplace disputes. In 2006, Barry earned the distinction of being named as one of D Magazine's “Best Lawyers under 40 in Dallas." Texas lawyers named Barry a “Texas Super Lawyer Rising Star” in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. He is named a "Texas Super Lawyer" for Employment Litigation - Plaintiffs for 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. In 2016 and 2017, D Magazine recognized...
Robert J. Wiley
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Dallas, TX Employment Law Attorney with 19 years experience
(214) 528-6500 2613 Thomas Ave
 Dallas, TX 75204
Employment, Administrative and Civil Rights
Tulane University School of Law
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Stacy L. Cole
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Employment law governs the relationship between workers and their employers. This law, contained in federal and state statutes, administrative regulations, and judicial decisions, specifies the rights and restrictions applicable to each party in the workplace.

This area of law regulates such issues as employee benefits, discipline, hiring, firing, leave, payroll, and health and safety in the workplace. It also encompasses non-compete agreements, retaliation, severance, unemployment compensation, pensions, whistle-blowing, worker classification, wage garnishment, work authorization for non-U.S. citizens, worker's compensation, and employee handbooks.

Both federal and state laws govern the relationship between employees and employers. Federal laws such as Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on certain characteristics. Many states have enacted their own laws similar to federal ones (and sometimes are more stringent). Cities and counties also can enact ordinances that affect employee rights, such as local minimum wage laws.

Employment lawyers can choose to accept only employees as clients, only employers, or both. Some attorneys focus on a specific area of employment law, such as workers' compensation, whistleblowing or discrimination, but many can handle a wide range of employment law issues.

Essential job functions: The fundamental job duties of the employment position that the individual with a disability holds or desires. The term essential functions does not include marginal functions of the position.

Exempt employee: An employee who is not entitled to the minimum wage or overtime pay protections of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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