Our firm has counseled both employers and employees on a variety of employment law matters, helping our clients resolve their issues and disputes when possible and representing them in both administrative and judicial proceedings when alternate dispute resolution was not feasible.  We bring a pragmatic approach to this practice area just as we do in other matters, and pride ourselves on our ability to find solutions in many cases where litigation has seemed inevitable.  When necessary, however, our seasoned trial attorneys are able to use the courts to resolve any issues which may confront our clients in these matters. 

Flink Smith regularly counsels individuals working in various employment sectors, including the securities and financial services industries, concerning their rights and obligations under employment agreements.  We also assist employers in the formulation, drafting and enforcement of employment policies and contracts

The attorneys at Flink Smith have experience litigating cases in all areas of employment discrimination, including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the corresponding New York State laws.  Our firm also has handled cases under the Fair Labor Standards Act and the New York Labor Law for violations of the relevant wage and hour standards.

Our attorneys typically first seek alternate dispute resolution, whether that be settlement, mediation or arbitration.  Flink Smith’s reputation for its willingness to enter the courtroom on behalf of its clients, and known ability to try cases to a successful completion, enable us to settle favorably most cases.  If not, however, we are ready to go to court and win at trial.   

Please direct any inquiries regarding this practice area to Robert Coughlin at rcoughlin@flinksmithlaw.com.