• representation in all types of employment disputes; 
• counsel in the development of employment policies and procedures; and 
• assistance with training, investigation and claim resolution. 

Employment claims may include wrongful discharge, breach of contract, negligent hiring or supervision, defamation, ERISA claims, harassment and discrimination. Our employment law practice includes handbook preparation or guidance, wrongful termination and employment litigation, privacy/confidentiality issues, employment audits, leave and absence issues, workplace health and safety issues, employee discipline, wage and hour issues, hiring issues, employment agreements, separation agreements, non-compete agreements, and re-employment compensation issues. These services are offered in both Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

Our attorneys represent clients in state and federal courts, as well as before the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC), the Minnesota Department of Human Rights, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, and other state and local administrative agencies. In addition, we routinely represent clients in various alternatives to litigation, including mediations, arbitrations and other alternative dispute resolution methods. 

Our strong litigation foundation also gives us a valuable perspective to work with managers and human resource professionals on prevention issues: compliance with state and federal law and the furnishing of analysis and recommendations regarding the many complex issues that they face in today’s workforce. Our Employment Practices Section assists employers in providing employment counseling, policy development, training and investigation. We are your advocates in the courtroom and in your conference room.

As part of our practice, we make an effort to learn about the business needs of our clients. We are continuously exploring the trends and challenges facing our clients so that we can anticipate issues and provide timely advice. 

This Section includes attorneys Stacey DeKalb, Tom Jacobson, Ron Haskvitz, Barry O’Neil, Sheila Bjorklund and Diane Odeen. We would be pleased to answer any questions you may have about the services of our Employment Practices Section. Please contact Stacey DeKalb, Chair, at 612-336-9310 or stacey@lommen.com.