Reed Smith LLP

Turned to by an impressive client base comprised of notable names from the retail, healthcare, and entertainment sectors, Reed Smith LLP is trusted to handle a range of labor and employment disputes. The group is well-versed acting before federal and state courts in wage and hour class actions, allegations of discrimination, and retaliation claims, as well as FLSA violations, breach of contract, and unfair competition. With a robust offering and considerable experience handling high-value mandates, the practice continues to attract new clients, cementing its presence in the cosmetics and beauty, technology, and professional services industries. The team – led by London-based global chair Robin Jeffcott – has been bolstered by the arrival of Philadelphia’s James Boudreau and Atlanta-based David Long-Daniels, both of whom joined from Greenberg Traurig in May and April 2025 respectively. Boudreau stands out for his expertise in nationwide class and collective actions arising from overtime compensation, employment classification, and trade secrets disputes, while Long-Daniels is well-equipped to represent companies facing whistleblower claims, discrimination cases, and USERRA issues. Other key practitioners include Richmond-based Betty Graumlich, San Francisco’s Michele Gehrke, and Paulo McKeeby, who is located between Dallas and Houston.