Labor & Employment Litigation

The legal team at Smith Sconzert is highly experienced in the full spectrum of state and federal laws that govern the employer-employee relationship. Our attorneys understand the challenges involved in claims lodged against an employer, and we provide clients with the knowledge and guidance needed to navigate and comprehend Louisiana’s employment laws effectively.

Our team provides strategic counsel and representation on all areas of labor and employment litigation and counseling, including matters involving discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes and compliance with state and federal labor regulations. Our attorneys work proactively to minimize risk, resolve workplace conflicts and protect our clients’ business interests. Whether through negotiation, mediation or litigation, we deliver practical, results-driven solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.

To avoid litigation for our clients, Smith Sconzert takes a proactive approach and regularly provides advice, creates employment policies, drafts employment handbooks, investigates workplace complaints and consults with clients about best workplace practices.

Our expertise includes:

• Civil Service
• Employment Agreements
• Employment Litigation
• Executive Compensation
• Harassment & Discrimination
• Hiring And Termination
• Human Resources & Employee Relations
• Leaves Of Absence & Disability Accommodation
• Trade Secrets & Restrictive Covenants
• Training
• Wage & Hour
• Whistleblowing & Retaliation