Employers in state, local, and federal governments face laws and regulations governing the employment relationship that differ substantially from the laws governing private employers. Our Public Sector Group attorneys have a wide range of experience representing cities, counties, and states and their elected officials. They understand the unique position of employers in the public sector and are dedicated to providing Group clients with the legal advice and representation they need to handle the legal issues which may arise in the course of the employment relationship. The Group represents the Georgia Municipal Association in matters of employment law and is called upon to defend municipalities who are members of the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Association ("GIRMA") against employment-related claims. The Firm maintains an employer "HELP" line for the exclusive use of GIRMA member cities that have questions involving employment law. The Public Sector Group provides legal advice and representation in a wide range of areas: - Employment Discrimination Claims
- Loss Prevention Services in Employment Claims
- Audits to Uncover Potential Employment Discrimination Claims
- Wrongful Discharge
- Sexual Harassment and Avoidance
- Employment Contracts
- Wage & Hour Issues
- Grievances
- Policy/Handbook Development & Interpretation
- Employment Litigation Avoidance
- Immigration Visas and Compliance
We also provide services to supervisors, HR professionals and trade associations including: - Training on Preventing Sexual & Other Types of Harassment Avoidance
- Training on Effective Discipline
- Education on Major Legal Developments
- Training on Interviewing/Employee Selection
- Training on Effective Employee Evaluation Techniques
Group attorneys are members of/published in/or regularly speak to the following: - Georgia Local Government Personnel Association
- State Bar of Georgia Local Government Section
- Georgia Cities Magazine
- Municipal Lawyer Magazine
- Carl Vinson Institute of Government
- Georgia Jail Association
- International Municipal Lawyers Association
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