Executive Disputes & Disagreements
Disputes between executives and their companies can take various forms, including compensation disagreements, termination disputes, and issues related to restrictive covenants. Our labor and employment group collaborates closely with our litigation, executive compensation, and other practices to address these critical matters.
Our executive disputes and agreements team represents both companies seeking to safeguard their intellectual assets and individuals defending against such claims.
Our lawyers understand the unique challenges in executive disputes, including requests for immediate injunctive relief, and take pride in staying updated on recent legal developments across various jurisdictions. In recent years, restrictive covenants designed to protect companies' proprietary information and intellectual property have faced increasing scrutiny from courts and legislators. Additionally, highly publicized executive severance settlements have attracted public attention and investor criticism.
We recognize our clients' specific goals and concerns, as well as the industries they operate in. Our team has extensive experience representing professional sports teams and leagues, clients in the financial services sector, retailers, and energy companies.
Combining the resources of a global law firm and a multidisciplinary approach, our lawyers:
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Disputes regarding termination of executives and other senior personnel
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Change-in-control payments and benefits
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Severance claim
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Disputes over noncompetition, nonsolicitation, confidentiality provisions or other restrictive covenants
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Negotiating employment agreements and separation agreements.
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Advising in connection with work-related misconduct and similar issues.
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Providing guidance on best practices in the labor and employment area.