Employment Law

Employment Law

Operating a business and having employees also means navigating the complex terrain of employment law. Our team of attorneys understands the intricacies of employment relationships, offering comprehensive legal counsel to both employers and employees alike. We strive to empower our clients with the knowledge and representation they need to safeguard their rights and interests and stay up-to-date on State and Federal law. From contracts, PTO, non-competes, employee handbooks, employment disputes, we’re here to help.

How MLMW Can Help with Employment Matters:

MLMW provides exceptional service to employers and employees throughout Denver, Colorado and state-wide. Our lawyers can assist:

• Draft non-competition, confidentiality and non-solicitation agreements
• Draft Shareholder and Employment Agreements, including:
  • Executive Compensation & Incentive Programs
  • Executive Employment Contracts
  • Bonus programs
  • Incentive Compensation Plans
  • Phantom Stock
  • Early retirement programs
  • Severance plan
  • Ownership Transfer
  • Offer letters
  • Commission Agreements
  • Hiring and Firing employees
• Review, assess, and advise owners and board members on risk management and insurance needs, including handling the insurance claims
• Matters related to HR, including PTO policies, employee leave, work-for-hire agreements and employee/company procedures and handbooks
• Employment disputes, including:
  • Allegations of wrongful termination
  • Disputes over pay, including hourly wages, overtime, commissions and worker misclassification
  • Discrimination claims based on Title VII’s protected classes or based on Colorado state law
  • Harassment claims based on Title VII’s protested classes or based on Colorado state law
  • Allegations of denial of reasonable accommodations in the workplace for disability or religious beliefs
  • Complaints of discrimination that led to an EEOC investigation
  • Severance agreements with non-disclosure or non-compete agreements
  • Leave issues, such as The Family and Medical Leave Act
  • Workplace injuries
  • Non-competition and non-solicitation violation
  • Breaches of company confidentiality policies

Employment and Human Resources

The relations between employer and employee are more heavily regulated and have more potential for conflicts than many other areas of business law. We address the unique aspects of each client’s employment issues and craft customized solutions that ensure compliance with federal, state and local labor laws. Unfortunately, even with well-executed preventive measures, agreements and policies, the threat and occurrence of employee claims is always possible. We help employers identify and manage employment litigation risks. We collaborate with our business clients of all sizes to minimize employment disputes and maximize strategic advantages in litigation.

• Employment Agreements
• Management Agreements
• Executive Compensation
• Severance and Termination
• OSHA
• Bonus and Stock Plans
• Non-Competition
• Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure
• Non-Solicitation
• ADA

Whether you’re an employer seeking proactive legal guidance to ensure compliance with ever-evolving regulations or an employee in need of representation, our team is here to provide the strategic counsel and support to help you succeed. Contact us today to learn more about how we can work with you in the realm of employment and labor law.