Satter Ruhlen Law Firm, PLLC is a distinguished labor and employment law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of working people and unions throughout Central New York. With over 40 years of experience, the firm has built a reputation for providing aggressive, big-firm caliber legal representation while maintaining the personalized attention of a small practice.
The firm focuses exclusively on representing employees, union members, and labor organizations in a wide range of workplace matters. Their attorneys are known for their compassionate, client-centered approach and have achieved significant victories in arbitration, litigation, and negotiations. They are particularly recognized for their expertise in handling cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination, union representation, and constitutional rights violations in the workplace.
Services Offered
- Labor Law
- Employment Law
- Employment Contracts Review and Negotiation
- Severance Package Advice and Negotiation
- Professional Licensing Issues
- Non-Compete Agreements
- Professional Service Contracts
- Harassment Claims
- Discrimination Claims
- Whistleblower Protection
- Wrongful Termination/Unlawful Discharge
- Union Arbitration
- Labor Board Charges
- Collective Bargaining and Negotiations
- Union Representation Matters
- Grievance Arbitration
- Defamation in Employment Context
- Constitutional Rights Violations (Free Speech, Due Process)
- Education Law §3020-a Defense
- Summary Judgment Motions
- Appellate Advocacy
- Article 78 Proceedings
Based in Syracuse, New York, the firm serves clients across Central New York and has successfully litigated cases in both state and federal courts, including the Second Circuit Court of Appeals and the Third Department. Their notable achievements include multi-million dollar verdicts, successful arbitrations, and precedent-setting decisions in favor of employees and unions.
