Equal Employment, Affirmative Action and Diversity
The scope of equal opportunities legislation
worldwide has expanded enormously in recent years. Employers can
leave themselves vulnerable to substantial claims if they fail to
take all appropriate steps to prevent employees from committing
discriminatory acts or omissions or fail to ensure compliance with
all equal employment laws.
We counsel clients on litigation avoidance
and compliance with equal opportunity laws with respect to the full
range of corporate activities, including hiring, termination,
compensation and other terms and conditions of employment.
SNR Denton lawyers draft and update a full
range of employment documents including terms and conditions of
employment, diversity policies, disciplinary and grievance
policies, company handbooks and Codes of Conduct.
Our lawyers often provide extensive training
on best practices for recruitment, selection and promotion and
discipline, grievance and dismissal procedures. We assist
clients in drafting and implementing affirmative action plans and
complying with applicable regulations. Furthermore, our
lawyers represent clients in Office of Federal Contract Compliance
Programs audits, including negotiation of conciliation
agreements.
We also represent clients in the defense of claims under all
local and national laws prohibiting employment discrimination and
involving affirmative action requirements.
Areas of Focus:
- Affirmative action
- Discrimination
- Diversity
- Equal employment legislation