Shipman & Goodwin LLP is a prominent law firm specializing in labor and employment law, offering timely legal insights and strategic counsel to employers and organizations. Known for its authoritative Employment Law Letter blog and podcast series, the firm stands out for its proactive approach to navigating complex workplace regulations and litigation challenges.
The firm leverages deep expertise in both federal and state employment laws, serving a diverse clientele that includes public and private companies, educational entities, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and individuals. With a team of over 135 attorneys across Connecticut and New York, Shipman & Goodwin provides comprehensive guidance on compliance, risk management, and emerging legal trends affecting the modern employer.
Services Offered
- Labor and employment law counseling
- Workplace compliance and risk management
- Discrimination and harassment investigations and defense
- Wage and hour law compliance
- National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) matters
- Immigration law, including H-1B compliance and audits
- Employment Authorization Document (EAD) guidance
- Executive order analysis and implementation
- Litigation and dispute resolution
- HR policy development and review
- Cannabis industry labor compliance
- Workplace safety and OSHA compliance
- Employee benefits law
- Data privacy and generative AI policies in employment
- Severance and termination agreements
- Labor peace agreement advisement
- Podcast and educational resources for employers
The firm serves clients locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally, with physical offices in Connecticut and New York. Its blog has been recognized by the ABA Journal and inducted into the “Blog Hall of Fame,” underscoring its commitment to providing valuable, up-to-date legal commentary.
