
Seyfarth Shaw LLP advises employers on unfair labor practice charges, collective bargaining negotiations, and representation proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board. The practice is led by Glenn Smith in New York, who focuses on collective bargaining agreements; Molly Gabel in Seattle, who is active in employment litigation; and Karla Sanchez in Chicago, who handles the full range of traditional labor law matters. In Washington DC, Bryan O’Keefe represents employers in traditional labor disputes, including NLRB unfair labor practice charges and trials before administrative law judges. Chicago-based Harrison Kuntz counsels clients of all sizes across multiple industries on labor arbitration, work stoppages, and organizing campaigns. In Atlanta, Rachael Reed advises on all aspects of labor-management relations, supporting employers with day-to-day labor issues and representing them before the NLRB. In New York, Jason Silver and Marshall Babson are key practitioners, both active in unfair labor practice litigation and collective bargaining work.
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- 'Seyfarth's labor practice continues to be among the best in the country.'
- 'Seyfarth has been my go-to law firm for all labor relations matters, including organizing campaigns, ULPs, workplace disruptions, contract negotiations, employee communications, and strike preparedness. Highly recommend them.'
- 'Highly responsive and creative.'
- 'I had a great experience in a very stressful situation.'
- 'They know the laws, and are exceptional in the guidance and negotiation when necessary.'
- 'Firm is very nimble and able to engage quickly on all labor and employment matters.'
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Practice head
Glenn Smith; Molly Gabel; Karla Sanchez
Other key lawyers
Bryan O’Keefe; Harrison Kuntz; Rachael Reed; Jason Silver; Marshall Babson; Tom Piskorski; Arthur Telegen; Rob Fisher



