Underwood represents employers of all sizes – from small startups, to growing enterprises, to established corporations. Underwood’s attorneys provide strategic advice across all labor and employment matters, offering guidance on compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and assisting clients with employment contracts, policies, and handbooks.
In the face of employment disputes, wrongful terminations, discrimination claims, or wage and hour issues, Underwood attorneys are well-equipped to defend clients. We have a track record of success in both state and federal courts, as well as before administrative agencies. From agency investigations and hearings to mediation and arbitration proceedings, we are committed to striving for the best possible outcome for our clients. Additionally, our team conducts internal employment-related investigations related to embezzlement, theft, sexual harassment, or timecard fraud.
Underwood assists organizations with collective bargaining negotiations, union campaigns, and other labor-related matters. Our attorneys provide on-site training to supervisors, managers, administrators, human resources directors, and employees, equipping them with information and skills to navigate sensitive issues.
Defending employers of all sizes in regulatory proceedings and civil litigation matters, including claims and cases arising under the FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and OSHA.
Underwood attorneys will help train HR professionals on I-9 compliance or perform an I-9 audit to improve quality control and prepare for a government compliance audit.
Underwood attorneys will assist public and private sector employers in complex regulatory compliance matters before governmental agencies. We also assist employers who are being challenged by an individual employee.
As the risk for litigation continues to increase with employees, Underwood will help employers navigate the complexities of litigation in this arena. The Underwood litigation team will lead and advise you throughout the complex civil litigation system.
Underwood embraces a team approach that involves management, accountants, HR staff, and other professionals to assist employers with drafting and maintaining employment benefit plans such as the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), and Patient Care and Affordable Care Act of 2010.
Underwood assists both private and public sector employers with their respective legal challenges in this area of the law and help ensure compliance with internal investigations or employee discipline.
Underwood offers retainer opportunities, which provide clients with predictable monthly or annual legal fees, reduced non-retainer rates, and quick access to multiple employment law attorneys. Other arrangements such as fixed fee, hourly rate, and variations are also available.
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