A leader in labor and employment law, Stoel Rives is consistently recognized in top legal ranking publications such as Best Lawyers® and Chambers USA. Our more than two dozen employment advisors, litigators, and labor relations attorneys provide counseling and dispute resolution services across the full spectrum of labor and employment law. We work with employers throughout the nation to ensure compliance and avoid disputes by providing practical counseling and training. Should litigation or other employment-related disputes arise, we provide you with a vigorous, thorough, and well-reasoned defense with the goal of meeting your business objectives at a reasonable cost.

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  • Wage & Hour Compliance in California: Risks Employers Can’t Ignore
    Wage & Hour Compliance in California: Risks Employers Can’t Ignore
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    ADA & Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Claims Rising

    As workplace accommodation claims surge, employers face evolving compliance challenges under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Jenny Palmer, Partner at Stoel Rives LLP, outlines key trends reshaping employment law, from the rise in mental health-related ADA claims to growing requests for remote and hybrid work accommodations. These cases, often involving invisible disabilities, demand nuanced, case-by-case analysis through the interactive process.

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    Maintaining DE&I Programs Amid Legal and Public Scrutiny

    Karen O’Connor, Partner in the Labor & Employment Group, discusses how employers can navigate today’s heightened scrutiny of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. Speaking from her experience counseling clients through complex employment issues and litigation, O’Connor notes a growing trend of organizations scaling back or altering their DE&I programs out of legal concerns.

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    From Boutique Firm to Big Impact: Karen O’Connor’s Path to Stoel Rives

    Karen O’Connor, Partner in the Labor & Employment Group at Stoel Rives, shares why she joined the firm and what has kept her there for more than a decade. Coming from a labor and employment boutique, O’Connor and her colleagues recognized Stoel’s strong market presence—often winning the work they competed for—and decided to join the team they respected most.

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