McGuireWoods LLP
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The labor and employment group at McGuireWoods LLP is well-equipped to handle a wide array of disputes ranging from wrongful termination and misappropriation of trade secrets lawsuits, to discrimination and tortious interference allegations. With a robust offering, the practice continues to grow its client roster which consists of impressive names from the food and beverage, financial services, and real estate sectors, including the likes of Wells Fargo and Coca-Cola Refreshments. At the helm of the department is Elena Marcuss who is based in Baltimore and regularly represents companies in federal and state litigation arising from wage and hour, whistleblower, and pay equity claims. In Los Angeles, Sabrina Beldner is the main point of contact and specializes in wrongful termination, harassment, and retaliation suits, as well as PAGA actions. On the restrictive covenants and trade secrets front, Richmond’s Christopher Michalik is the name to note, while eastern Virginia-based Amy Turk is the go-to for class actions affecting businesses in the consumer products and retail industries. Other key practitioners include Washington DC-based David Greenspan and John Thomas, and Chicago’s Joel Spitz.
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‘The attorneys are very smart and skilled.’
‘I have particularly enjoyed working with John Thomas. He always thinks ahead to what impact any decision will have for my company.’
Key clients
- Wells Fargo
- Coca-Cola Refreshments USA, Inc.


