Yanice Colon

Defended clients in employment pre-litigation and litigation matters, including discrimination claims under Texas and federal law, retaliation claims under Texas and federal law, wage and hour claims, personnel, unemployment appeals, whistle-blower claims and other employment-related claims

• Represented and advised employers and employees in all areas of labor and employment pre-litigation and litigation including wage and hour claims, personnel grievances, unemployment claims, wrongful termination claims, discrimination claims, ADA, ADEA, and FLSA issues. • Provided guidance to Human Resources professionals regarding employee relations, hiring, termination, employee leave, compensation, benefits, employee handbooks and drafting of policies and procedures. • Represented clients and insurance companies in responding to federal and state investigations and served as counsel in employment-related mediations and litigation. • Assessed, prepared and participated as second chair in wrongful discharge arbitrations and trials.