Davis+Gilbert LLP is based in New York and handles union negotiations, collective bargaining agreements, unfair competition and trade secret matters, among others. The team is led by Daniel A Feinstein and Gregg Gilman. Feinstein advises on wage and hour issues, terminations, C-suite separation agreements and internal investigations, while Gilman counsels clients in sectors including financial services, media, hospitality and construction. Shira Franco works with clients in the tech, healthcare and financial services industries, Jessica Golden Cortes handles sensitive discrimination and separation agreement cases and Jason Pruzansky advises on collective bargaining agreements and the management of labor relations. Sharon Cohen advises on employee morale, legal risk limitation and public image protection matters.
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- ‘All members of the team are very responsive to questions and offer fair and conservative feedback to prompt quick resolutions. They are keen to avoid situations whereby the employer is subject to costly litigation and are honest about when it's time to push back or to settle.’
‘I specifically work with Shira Franco on employment counseling. Shira is the most responsive lawyer I've ever worked with and is extremely professional with her guidance. She always offers the risk exposure and suggested guidance for resolution and is up-to-date on employment laws in New York and California.’
‘The team gives sound and concise guidance. They are on top of changing laws and proactively distribute memos on upcoming changes that may affect employees and/or client relationships.’
‘I personally work with Shira Franco and she is exceptionally responsive, friendly and easy to correspond with. She explains risk and gives sound explanation with her guidance. Shira stands out.'
‘Shira Franco is an absolute star. She is the complete package. I refer my HR matters to her and her firm.’
‘Daniel Feinstein is our company's most trusted legal advisor. For over 20 years he has always been available to resolve our most complex employment issues. He is a tough but fair negotiator with unmatched experience in our industry. Cannot overstate the difference his work has made for our business. ’
‘Maureen McLoughlin is a great negotiator who efficiently crafts the best arguments, avoids wasteful motion processes and possesses an unparalleled sense of timing. Her diligence and skill have repeatedly delivered an optimal resolution for our business.’
‘Daniel Feinstein has been invaluable to us in anticipating issues, avoiding litigation and resolving challenging issues. He's an exceptional and trusted resource for us and has been throughout the growth of our business. He offers both nuanced and highly effective counsel. He has been remarkable.’
Key clients
- Turner Construction
- Fortress Investment Group
- Millennium Management
- Guidehouse
- Global Infrastructure Partners
- Somera Road
- Related
- Rudin Management
- Blue Owl Capital
- Rockpoint Group
Work highlights
- Serving as the national employment counsel for Turner, advising it on day-to-day employment matters, labor obligations as a federal contractor and prevailing wage matters, as well assisting in implementing preventative management procedures and policies and conducting investigations and internal audits.
- Providing day-to-day advice to the client on federal, state and local leave laws, background checks and wage and hour compliance and developing a comprehensive, up-to-date and user-friendly Employee Handbook for their employees.
- Assisted Third Bridge Group in navigating complex employee disability and medical accommodation matters.
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Practice head
Gregg Gilman; Daniel A Feinstein
Other key lawyers
Shira Franco; Jessica Golden Cortes; Jason Pruzansky; Sharon Cohen; Maureen McLoughlin