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Partner/Co-Chair
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Gregg Gilman, co-chair of the Labor + Employment Practice Group, advises businesses on all facets of labor and employment law. Representing businesses in the marketing and communications, hospitality, financial services, real estate and construction industries, among others, he solves immediate issues and establishes preventive measures to help minimize his clients’ future liability.
Gregg’s well-drafted employment and executive compensation agreements help businesses retain and incentivize key talent while protecting his clients’ confidential information and other business interests. He crafts policies and protocols to help clients avoid risk, particularly concerning wage and hour issues, reductions in force, and joint employer issues. He is also known for his cutting-edge, effective anti-harassment and workplace sensitivity training, as well as for developing and implementing diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Regarded as a leading advisor in employment crises, Gregg is exceptionally skilled in helping clients preserve their brands and reputations. He guides businesses through high-level sensitive investigations, terminations, allegations of harassment, and raiding and employee lift out matters. When labor and employment disputes have turned contentious, Gregg has achieved impressive results in federal and state courts and through arbitration and mediation. Highly regarded for his deep knowledge, Gregg has also been retained as an expert witness in labor and employment arbitrations.
Clients praise Gregg’s creative, practical and strategic approach, negotiating skills, and ability to resolve complicated issues. With more than 30 years of experience across industries and employment situations, it would be difficult to find an employment or labor-related challenge he has not successfully handled.
Education
University of Michigan, J.D., 1988; Cornell University, B.S., 1985
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘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 Drive Shack, Inc. Horizon Media Travel Leaders Group Synk Smart AdServer Apax Partners Enlink Midstream Third Bridge Group OrbiMed Advisors Saatva