Employment Law

The attorneys of our firm have 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 is 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 issues which may confront our clients in these matters. 

The attorneys of Flink Maswick regularly counsel 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, employee handbooks and other internal documents.

The attorneys at Flink Maswick 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 and have 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. The attorneys of Flink Maswick have a reputation for their willingness to enter the courtroom on behalf of its clients, and known ability to try cases to a successful completion.