Developing and maintaining cooperation between companies and labor unions requires a balance between the business objectives of the employer and assurance of a positive work environment for employees. Whether the goal is to remain union-free or to take a proactive stance with an already unionized workforce, employers need experienced advisors who can find common ground within the labor relations landscape.

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Aerospace*

Successfully represented an American multinational aviation corporation before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) regarding a union’s effort to organize a micro-unit. 

Airlines for America v. Port of Seattle, et al.

Represented trade group for major American air carriers in challenge to wage ordinance adopted by the Port of Seattle imposing minimum wage, training, and other requirements. Case involves challenge based on labor preemption, Airline Deregulation Act (ADA), and state statutory authority issues.

Association of Flight Attendants v. Alaska Airlines Inc.

Represented air carrier in temporary restraining order (TRO) and preliminary injunction action arising from "CHAOS" strike under the Railway Labor Act.

Longshoremen Local 7

Successful prosecution of secondary boycott activity by a longshore union seeking to obtain additional work.

NLRB v. Retail Clerks Local 1001 (Safeco Title Insurance Company)

Represented Safeco Title Insurance company in successful prosecution of illegal union secondary boycott activity.

The Boeing Company v. NLRB

Successfully represented The Boeing Company by overturning adverse NLRB decision concerning removal of work from bargaining unit.  

 

* Prior Firm Experience

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