Patricia Pryor

+ Represents and defends employers in nearly every form of employment litigation, including class actions. + Represents and advises employers in federal and state administrative proceedings, in all forms of dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration, and in managing all aspects of the employment relationship. + Works with employers to avoid litigation by developing effective policies and practices, including harassment policies, FMLA practices, attendance programs, affirmative action programs and wellness plans. + Conducts proactive wage and hour audits, harassment investigations and compensation reviews. + Frequent speaker at legal seminars and to employers and professional groups. + Provides training to managers and human resource professionals on a wide variety of employment and legal issues, including wage and hour issues, harassment, disability, the Family and Medical Leave Act and affirmative action obligations.