Paul, Plevin, Sullivan & Connaughton LLP is a distinguished labor and employment law firm with nearly 25 years of experience as a California-based boutique practice, now operating as Paul Plevin Quarles following a strategic combination with the national firm Quarles & Brady. Specializing in employment and labor relations law, the firm is widely recognized for its deep expertise in high-stakes litigation, class action defense, and day-to-day employment counseling, serving clients across dynamic sectors including life sciences, technology, health care, research institutions, and higher education.
The firm adopts a practical, client-focused approach, delivering premium legal services with an emphasis on creativity, value, and responsiveness. With a team of over 70 labor and employment specialists nationwide, the firm offers robust support in immigration and employee benefits, bolstered by the expanded resources and geographic reach of its national platform. It is particularly noted for its strength in handling complex employment disputes, workplace safety compliance, and providing strategic advice tailored to regulated industries.
Services Offered
- Employment Advice, Counseling and Training
- Employment Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Labor Management Relations
- Wage and Hour Compliance and Defense
- Class Action Defense
- OSHA and Workplace Safety
- Immigration & Mobility
- Employee Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan Services
- Internal Investigations and Compliance
The firm operates nationally with a significant presence in California and serves a diverse clientele including businesses, institutions, and organizations in highly regulated fields. Attorneys are equipped to provide counsel in both routine and high-profile matters, supported by the combined firm’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and its broad industry experience.
