Winston Taylor‘s labor and employment group, spearheaded by Chicago’s Michael Roche, is adept at defending employers in litigation concerning discrimination, breach of contract, and wrongful termination, as well as harassment, retaliation, and fraud claims. The practice, well regarded for its ’attentiveness, integrity, responsiveness, creativity, and ability to listen to the client,’ is a trusted advisor to impressive names from the consumer goods, healthcare, and professional services sectors, including the likes of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Roche is a key point of contact for professional services firms facing whistleblower claims, executive compensation disputes, and restrictive covenant issues, and he has experience acting before state and federal courts, in addition to jury trials. He is supported by Cardelle Spangler, also in Chicago, who focuses on discrimination and pay equity mandates. Other notable practitioners include San Francisco-based Joan Fife, Los Angeles’ Laura Petroff and Jason Campbell, and Aviva Grumet-Morris, who is located in Chicago.
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Testimonials
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- The team is incredibly down to earth for such a prestigious firm. The quality of the team is exceptional, and Jason Campbell is recognized in the industry. They have supported us for a number of years now and are always very responsive, practical, commercial, and fee-sensitive, which is key for us as budgets are tight.
- Jason Campbell is very personable but clearly an expert in his field, so you are filled with confidence regarding him and his team's ability. You feel in safe hands and know they are working to resolve the issue for you as quickly and cost-effectively as possible, not just trying to maximize fees, which means you trust them with the next job.
Key clients
- Abbott Laboratories
- Accenture
- Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
- Becton Dickinson
- Cook's Children's Health Care System
- FieldTurf USA, Inc.
- LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton
- Tarkett USA, Inc.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Michael Roche
Other key lawyers
Cardelle Spangler; Joan Fife; Laura Petroff; Jason Campbell; Aviva Grumet-Morris; Ben Ostrander; Derek Barella; Emilie Woodhead