Dallas Employment Attorneys & Lawyers
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Steven Stark
Scott Stram
Richard Gora
Michael Wieser
Brig Ricks
Erin Hudson
Darryl Shaper
Ken Emanuelson
Dean Elazab
Jarad Dickinson
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Our experienced Dallas employment attorneys & lawyers can help guide you on how to proceed with various employee decisions such as reviewing employee documents such as contracts, agreements, policies, and handbooks, along with difficult decisions such as firing, lawsuits, claims, and complaints.
Although not every single employment contract will require legal assistance, many employment lawyers would recommend avoiding unilateral employment contracts that strongly benefit one side over the other. These types of employee contracts rarely hold up in court, yet having the funds needed to combat an issue in court can limit the employee’s options.
A confidentiality agreement and a non-compete agreement are common forms of employee contracts that one of our Dallas employment attorneys can help customize for your business. If your business needs to fire an employee, proper measures should be taken from a business legal standpoint to ensure proper communication and a smooth transition of dismissing that employee. In any case, we suggest you connect with our employment attorneys to discuss your options.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 186 reviews for Labor & Employment attorneys in Texas
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"Annabel was great to work with, quickly understood the nature of the matter and provided prompt work product."
April N
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Houston,
TX,
22 days ago
Consult on Employment Agreement
"Very timely response."
Manav B
.
Sugar Land,
TX,
26 days ago
Draft Non-Compete Agreement
"Great to work with!"
Seth B
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Fort Worth,
TX,
about 1 month ago
Assist with Equity Compensation
"Great working with Joshua!"
Keya M
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Lubbock,
TX,
3 months ago
Assist with Equity Compensation
"Dean was fantastic. Super fast and communicative!"
John C
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Austin,
TX,
3 months ago
Review Employment Agreement
"Great work!"
Daniel R
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Pleasanton,
CA,
7 months ago
Draft Non-Disclosure Agreement (Employment)
"It was a pleasure working with Chelsea. Our biotech startup needed her for multiple important docs; she was quick, precise & easy to communicate with. I highly recommend!"
Jae S
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Austin,
TX,
9 months ago
Review Non-Disclosure Agreement (Employment)
"It was very easy to work with Nathan and he brought up a few things that we hadn't thought of which helped shape our NDA and salesperson commission policy. I would definitely utilize him again."
Evelin M
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Fort Worth,
TX,
10 months ago
Employment Disputes Consultation
"I had the pleasure of working with Chris on a complex legal matter, and I can't speak highly enough of my experience. Right from the start, he brought a level of professionalism and expertise that immediately put me at ease. It was evident that he was not just looking to resolve the issue expediently; he was committed to achieving the best possible outcome for me. Navigating legal challenges can often feel overwhelming, but having Chris in my corner was like having a secret weapon. He was transparent, communicative, and incredibly diligent. Every step of the way, I felt not only well-represented but also well-informed. One thing that stood out was his impeccable attention to detail. Nothing was ever too small to merit his full attention, which I found not only reassuring but also quite impressive. He brought a level of nuance to the case that I hadn't even considered, ultimately making a significant difference in the outcome. And let's talk about responsiveness—emails, calls, you name it, Chris was on it. It felt like having a trusted advisor available 24/7, which, given the stakes, was enormously comforting. If you're in need of an attorney who will give you top-tier service with a sprinkle of personality, look no further!"
Madison T
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Georgetown,
TX,
12 months ago
Draft Severance Agreement
"I am uncertain about what would have happened if I hadn't found Chris. He not only helped me navigate through an incredibly challenging situation but also guided me every step of the way. Whenever I had any doubts, he promptly and thoroughly answered my questions, acting as my trusted advisor. His responsiveness, expertise, and kindness were evident not only towards me but also towards everyone involved. Having him on my side significantly improved the outcome."
Erica L
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Austin,
TX,
about 1 year ago
Employee Termination Consults
"We use Brandon on a consistent basis and will continue doing so. He is great to work with & his response time is excellent."
Michele R
.
Tomball,
TX,
about 1 year ago
Assist with Equity Compensation
"I am writing to highly recommend Michael Wieser to anyone, in my case, it’s a Startup that needs legal representation. Michael is incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, understanding, and experienced in the law. He took the time to listen to my concerns and really understand what I was going through. He is always available to answer my questions and provide me with updates on my case. I am so grateful for Michael's help; he impressed us on one project, and we decided to have a long-term strategy to work together. I would not hesitate to recommend Michael to anyone/companies, especially startups in need of legal representation. Nidal"
Nidal J
.
Richardson,
TX,
about 1 year ago
Consult on Employment Agreement
"Faryal was amazing! Will definitely contact her for future legal needs!"
Jessica N
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Austin,
TX,
about 1 year ago
Review Non-Disclosure Agreement (Employment)
"Excellent attorney. Matthew was very professional and made me feel at ease while helping me with various legal matters of my business. I will definitely be using Matthew again and can strongly recommend him to others."
Alex M
.
Dallas,
TX,
over 1 year ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Charlton did a great job with my contract review and I couldn't be happier with the service. He was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. I high recommend."
Will N
.
Austin,
TX,
over 1 year ago
Review Employment Agreement
"I truly enjoyed my experience with Marina. She is knowledgeable of employment agreements and gave me a number of things to consider before signing with a prospective employer."
Susan G
.
Cibolo,
TX,
over 1 year ago
Review Contractor Agreement
"Ray was a pleasure to work with and he was super responsive to my timeline. I would definietely hire Ray again."
Roger C
.
Dallas,
TX,
almost 2 years ago
Consult on Contractor Agreement
"Excellent communication skills. Patient and understanding of the situation of the client and can make the situation make sense."
Diane S
.
Dallas,
TX,
about 2 years ago
Review Employment Agreement
"Assisted on IP and FOSS employment agreement particular to this state as an employee for a large corporation."
Barry A
.
Austin,
TX,
over 2 years ago
Draft Contractor Agreement
"Awesome yo work with thorough and knowledgeable!!! Very friendly and responsive!!"
Heather J
.
Brownwood,
TX,
over 2 years ago
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