Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Labor and Employment Law - Management

Emily Edwards is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management. Emily, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emily is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Shelby K. Taylor combines her legal experience with effective engagement to help clients navigate a broad range of employment law matters. Shelby’s practice is built on a complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution background, concentrating on labor and employment litigation matters. Her experience includes defending management and providing guidance on a variety of employment issues, including claims involving Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disab...

Brent Sedge is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Brent, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brent is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Haley Kurisky is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants. Haley, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Haley is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nicole S. LeFave is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Nicole S., who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicole S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Meron Squires is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Meron, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Meron is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nadia Savo is a pragmatic, outcome-driven litigator who works efficiently to guide clients from initial assessment through trial or settlement. She represents corporate insurers and insured clients in general civil litigation, premises liability, personal injury, and insurance defense, providing strategic analysis of potential liability and exposure. Discover more about Nadia’s practice here .

Matthew Swanger is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Matthew, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Lariza Hebert is an associate in the firm’s Houston office. Lariza is a litigator and has represented employers in all industries before state and federal courts, and state and federal administrative agencies. She represents clients in a broad range of labor and employment matters, such as discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims, misclassification issues, employee leave issues, trade secret litigation, and more. Lariza also regularly counsels her clients on employment law mat...

Jheris R. Jordan is an associate in the Austin, Texas, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Her practice focuses on representing employers in workplace law matters before federal courts, state courts, and administrative agencies. In addition, Jheris provides preventative advice and counseling to her clients about employment-related issues. After graduating from law school, Jheris developed her litigation practice across Texas courts and before administrative agencies, including the Texas Department o...

Juliana C. Gaige is an associate in the Houston, Texas, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. With a foundation in workers’ compensation gained during her tenure with the Texas Attorney General, Juliana has evolved into a seasoned litigator, consistently delivering practical solutions and steadfast commitment to her clients’ interests. Juliana guides employers through the nuances of discrimination, retaliation, and wage claims litigation. She adeptly handles workplace injury claims against...

Jared Medrano is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jared, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jared is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.