Underberg & Kessler LLP

  • Represented a multi-state employer on all of its employment problems, including disability, discrimination and benefits issues.


  • Helped businesses investigate and respond to sensitive sexual harassment claims and issues.

  • Litigated age, sex, race discrimination and ADA/disability cases.


  • Established effective programs for implementing the Family & Medical Leave Act.


  • Negotiated and litigated covenants not to compete, trade secret and other confidential information cases.

  • Provided guidance on how to minimize losses from employee theft.


  • Convinced an ex-employee to drop a defamation lawsuit against a large computer company without incurring any expenses for our client.


  • Succeeded in throwing out an AIDS claim pursued by the New York State Division of Human Rights.


  • Helped a small business defend itself against an employee who stole its trade secrets.


  • Prosecuted a multi-million dollar bonus claim under an executive compensation plan.


  • Obtained summary judgment affirmed on appeal dismissing a claim against a plan administrator for over $150,000.


  • Effectively represented a company charged with wrongfully discharging an employee who became involved in a fight.


  • Counseled hospitals and other businesses on how to avoid the legal hurdles involved in downsizing.


  • Negotiated settlement and release packages for employees and departing executives in various industries.


  • Counseled employers with regard to labor practices, and assisting employers to recognize unlawful practices prior to the commencement of proceedings challenging the labor practice.


  • Handled grievance and arbitration proceedings pursuant to collective bargaining agreements.


  • Advocated on behalf of employers relative to unfair labor practice charges, as well as representation and other proceedings, before the National Labor Relations Board.


  • Litigated improper practice charges, as well as representation and other proceedings, before the NYS Public Employment Relations Board.


  • Counseled and trained management personnel and supervisors regarding the handling of unions, union issues, and grievances.


  • Counseled large client regarding union organizing campaigns.