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The best way to deal with problems in the workplace is to prevent them. We provide a full range of training and counseling services on emerging labor and employment issues, including FMLA/ADA leave, military leave and reemployment, discipline and discharges, sexual harassment investigations, wage and hour issues, safety and OSHA issues, internal discrimination complaints, interviewing, background checks and hiring practices, and any other issue that might arise in the relationship between employer and employee. Most critical, we provide advice on an as-needed basis regarding issues that often arise in the workplace, such as discipline, discharge, leave of absence issues and accommodation issues.
Training
We conduct on-site management and employee training on topics of importance to individual clients, including sexual harassment prevention, FMLA/ADA compliance, and performance counseling and improvement. We distribute quarterly newsletters and bulletins addressing recent developments in employee benefits and labor and employment law. We also develop and distribute seminars in an electronic format.
Thompson Coburn also has a long history of sponsoring and presenting quality legal seminars at no charge to clients. For example, we present an annual Human Resources Law seminar with CLE/SPHR credit designed for lawyers and human resources professionals to help them stay abreast of new trends and developments in the dynamic field of human resources law.
Policy and Handbook Audits and Agreement Drafting
We review handbooks and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, and propose revisions and policy additions. We work with clients in reviewing or drafting employment agreements, non-disclosure agreements and non-compete agreements. We also provide assistance in compliance with affirmative action programs and similar matters affecting organizations receiving public funds.
Blog Posts
BIPA Update: Illinois Is One Step Closer to Amending How Damages Accrue under BIPA!
Blog Browse: Coronavirus legislation may impact your paid leave and FMLA obligations
CBD drugs moved to Schedule 5; no promises for cannabis
Recreational cannabis in the workplace: A guide for California employers
Illinois takes the lead on employee privacy: What employers need to know
NLRB issues two key decisions affecting higher ed
A look at the legal issues in the transgender bathrooms debate
Tyson Foods decision leaves questions, and opportunities, for class action defendants
TCLE
The End of Non-Competes? A Federal and State Overview on Non-Compete Legislation
Hot Topics in California Employment Law
Changing State Laws: An Update for Employers on the C.R.O.W.N. Act and Marijuana Laws
Layoffs: Union, Plant Closing and Discrimination Considerations
New Year, New Laws: A look into the employment law landscape for 2023
Recent Updates in Illinois Law
How to End a Business Relationship Without Litigating
Recent Developments in Labor & Employment Law
Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines in Postsecondary Education
Returning to Work During COVID-19: Employment and Privacy Law Considerations
Remote Work Issues & Implications
Getting Back to Work in a Pandemic Environment
Navigating HR Issues during the COVID-19 Emergency
Traffic Ahead: California Employment Law Update
Overtime Law 2016 – Expanded New Rule: What It Means for You
Top 5 Employment Policies to Revamp this Year
A New Horizon: What You Need to Know About California Employment Law
Publications
Silbergeld, Elalami Cover What You Need to Know About Biometric Data Violations for Daily Journal
The proposed FTC rule to ban non-compete clauses: What California employers need to know
New year, new laws: A potpourri of new employment laws that went into effect in 2023
EEOC releases new “Know Your Rights” job discrimination poster
Illinois Department of Labor issues first guidance on the state’s Equal Pay Act
SCOTUS holds prejudice is not required for waiver of right to arbitrate
EEOC issues new guidance on COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace
Missouri legislature passes new protections for businesses from COVID-19 suits
Illinois adds additional restrictions on use of background checks and new EEO requirements
COVID-19 and employee mental health: What employers can do
New DOL guidance on missing participants: What employers should know
OSHA issues new guidance on face coverings in light of COVID-19
Rabbi trusts: Taxation basics and drafting beyond the model language
Retirement plan considerations during COVID-19
The COVID-19 Crisis: Questions and answers for employee welfare benefit plans
What employers need to know about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
SECURE Act: What employers need to know for retirement plans
How the St. Louis City and County Orders may affect your business
Coronavirus legislation may impact your paid leave and FMLA obligations
Proposed Section 162(m) regulations: Key provisions employers should know
What should plan administrators do about uncashed retirement plan checks?
Employers: March 2 is the deadline to file 2019 injury and illness summaries
Minimum wage increases in 72 jurisdictions to take effect in 2020
NLRB overturns trio of Obama-era board decisions
23 tips for drafting employment arbitration agreements
Seven things employers should know about Medicare for All
Employers: Are you ready for new California HR laws in 2020?
Tips for conducting a year-end 401(k) plan review
An overview of the Illinois Salary History Ban for employers
What employers need to know about the DOL’s final rule on overtime exemptions
What you need to know about the City of Chicago Fair Workweek ordinance
Illinois’s newly enacted ‘Workplace Transparency Act’ responds to the #MeToo movement
Adopting a naloxone in the workplace program: What employers need to know
New ruling requires employers to submit pay data to the EEOC by September 30, 2019
A top hat plan checklist for employers
California says #MeToo: What employers need to know
5 takeaways from the employee ERISA win in McMillan
In California, when is a ‘worker’ considered an ‘employee’?
Is it time to address benefits for alternative work arrangements?
3 compliance obligations you may not know you have
Missouri enacts new employment law favoring employers
DOL revises guidance regarding exercise of shareholder rights by ERISA fiduciaries
Missouri to join Right to Work ranks: Is the fight over or just warming up?
Are HR employees ‘investment advisors’ under the DOL’s fiduciary rule?
California expands pay equity, limits pay stub requirements
New Illinois law prohibits non-competition agreements with low-wage employees
Technology companies: Are your employment policies due for a reboot?
IRS issues new rules for 'closed' defined benefit plans
Section 409A: Top 10 rules for compliant non-qualified deferred compensation
U.S. Department of Labor issues final rule updating overtime regulations
New OSHA reporting and anti-retaliation rules
What you need to know about federal trade secret protection
California ups the ante on minimum wages
Post that policy: California FEHA amended regs take effect April 1, 2016
Get the basics on two federal bills affecting employee benefits
EEOC wants employer payroll data to discover pay discrimination
California employers: Are you ready for 2016?
Trick or Treat for California employers
EEOC Decision: Title VII protects employees' sexual orientation
DOL claims most workers classified as independent contractors are "employees" covered by the FLSA
DOL proposed rules limit overtime exemptions
OSHA issues guidelines for restroom use by transgender employees
Department of Labor issues updated FMLA forms
Are you ready for California’s new paid sick leave law?
What does the Noel Canning decision mean for you?
New databases offer first step for disability and veteran hiring regulations
Federal contractors should prepare for new hiring burdens to take effect in early 2014
Department of Labor issues new regulation expanding FMLA rights
News
Susan Lorenc gives ‘Employment Law Master Class’ on business consultant Dave Lorenzo's podcast
Fatima Khan joins Thompson Coburn as an immigration partner
Thompson Coburn attorneys recognized in 2020 Chambers USA
Hope Abramov and Laura Jordan named 2019 BTI Client Service All-Stars
Thompson Coburn earns 11 national top-tier rankings in U.S. News 2019 ‘Best Law Firms’ survey
Congratulations to our 14 ‘Lawyers of the Year’ for 2019
Tony Anderson among LGBTQ execs honored by the Washington Business Journal
Laura Jordan named a 2017 BTI Client Service All-Star
Thompson Coburn again named a ‘Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality’ in 2017
Thompson Coburn earns 11 national top-tier rankings in U.S. News ‘Best Law Firms’ survey
Agribusiness professionals enjoy hands-on farm simulation at Thompson Coburn
Bob Wallace weighs the neutrality of pro sports arbitrators for Law360
25 Thompson Coburn attorneys recognized in 2015 Chambers USA
Employment litigator John Viola joins Thompson Coburn in Los Angeles
Lori Jones elected to American College of Employee Benefit Counsel
Congratulations to our 15 St. Louis ‘Lawyers of the Year’
Cliff Godiner, Chuck Poplstein named to 2014 ‘Most Powerful Employment Attorneys’ list
Krissa Lubben, Mark Sableman named 2014 Lexology Client Choice Award winners
Three partners named 2013 Up & Coming attorneys
Lori Jones talks Affordable Care Act delays, employee benefits in a post-DOMA world
Cliff Godiner, Chuck Poplstein named to ‘Most Powerful Employment Attorneys’ list
Cliff Godiner, Hope Abramov to dissect a modern labor dispute at SHRM annual conference
Thompson Coburn wins union election, decertifies longtime union facility
Ouster of Rutgers coach, athletic director highlights risks for universities
Thompson Coburn secures Illinois appellate victory for community hospital
Rick Pautler elected to American College of Employee Benefit Counsel
19 Thompson Coburn partners named 2013 St. Louis Lawyers of the Year
Chuck Poplstein elected to College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
Thompson Coburn leads Federal Signal’s $110 million sale of FSTech to 3M
Laura Jordan selected for 2012-2013 class of Leadership St. Louis
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St. Louis
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A partner in the Labor and Employment practice area, Hope's extensive labor and employment practice is bolstered by her experiences as an in-house attorney for more than ... A partner in the Labor and Employment practice area, Hope's extensive labor... |
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Senior Counsel
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Washington, D.C.
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Over the past 30 years, Tony has been a legal advisor to many of the nation's largest transit systems. Over the past 30 years, Tony has been a legal advisor to many of the nation... |
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Senior Counsel
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St. Louis
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Mary has spent her 40-year career representing major corporations in high-stakes trials and arbitrations. Mary has spent her 40-year career representing major corporations in ... |
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Associate
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St. Louis
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With previous experience in higher education and secondary school administration and a master's degree from Harvard Graduate School of Education, Stephanie is keenly awar... With previous experience in higher education and secondary school administr... |
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Partner
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Dallas
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Ryan is an experienced employment law attorney who serves as a trusted advisor and effective litigator for employers of all sizes. Ryan is an experienced employment law attorney who serves as a trusted advi... |
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Partner
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St. Louis
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Cliff is a nationally recognized labor and employment attorney who advises executives and HR leaders on all aspects of employment litigation and labor disputes. Cliff is a nationally recognized labor and employment attorney who advises ... |
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Partner
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St. Louis
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Laura provides high-level strategic human resources counseling to executives and HR managers on the challenging legal questions that crop up during every phase of employm... Laura provides high-level strategic human resources counseling to executive... |
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Partner
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St. Louis
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Fatima has practiced exclusively in the area of immigration and nationality law for nearly two decades, helping employers in a broad range of sectors address the immigrat... Fatima has practiced exclusively in the area of immigration and nationality... |
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Partner
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Chicago
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Genevieve is a highly experienced litigator and HR counselor who assists employers in a range of industries with employment litigation and the successful handling of loca... Genevieve is a highly experienced litigator and HR counselor who assists em... |
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Chicago
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Susan is a highly experienced employment law attorney who serves as a seamless extension of her clients' HR and in-house legal teams. Susan is a highly experienced employment law attorney who serves as a seaml... |
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Counsel
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Dallas
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Allyn is a board certified labor and employment attorney, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Allyn is a board certified labor and employment attorney, certified by the ... |
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Partner
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St. Louis
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Krissa practices human resources law, focusing on the representation of employers in employment litigation and client counseling. Krissa practices human resources law, focusing on the representation of emp... |
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Associate
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St. Louis |
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In her labor and employment practice, Stephanie partners with clients to develop solutions to complex workforce challenges. In her labor and employment practice, Stephanie partners with clients to de... |
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Partner
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St. Louis
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Conor provides counsel to management in various types of labor and employment disputes. Conor provides counsel to management in various types of labor and employme... |
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Senior Counsel
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St. Louis
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Rick devotes his entire practice to the defense of employers in ERISA litigation related to pension, life, health, and disability benefits, both self-funded and insured. Rick devotes his entire practice to the defense of employers in ERISA litig... |
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Partner
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St. Louis
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Chuck is a creative and highly efficient employment litigator and advisor to private and public sector employers across a wide spectrum of industries. Chuck is a creative and highly efficient employment litigator and advisor t... |
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Partner
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Los Angeles
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Keith represents employers of all sizes in a variety of litigation arenas, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and wage and hour matters. Keith represents employers of all sizes in a variety of litigation arenas, ... |
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St. Louis
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Tim provides practical, in-depth counsel to management during two of the most critical junctures in the employer-employee relationship: union organizing and employee term... Tim provides practical, in-depth counsel to management during two of the mo... |
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Partner
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Los Angeles
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John serves as a one-stop resource for employment counseling and litigation for companies in California and across the country. John serves as a one-stop resource for employment counseling and litigation... |
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