Jonathan Keselenko is an experienced litigator and counselor who handles all types of labor and employment matters. In the litigation arena, he has acted as lead counsel for employers in large class action cases, including wage-and-hour-related claims brought on behalf of putative classes and claims under federal employment statutes. He also successfully represents employers in jury and bench trials involving discrimination and harassment employment claims brought in federal and state court and before administrative agencies.
Jonathan also handles non-compete and non-solicit matters for clients. This work involves litigation (such as injunction hearings), and also advice and counseling to avoid such litigation.
Jonathan has an extensive traditional labor law practice, which includes representing employers before the National Labor Relations Board. He regularly acts as the lead management negotiator in collective bargaining with unions. He defends employers against unfair labor practice charges and with respect to “R” (representation) petitions in numerous NLRB regional offices throughout the United States and in face-to-face meetings with the NLRB General Counsel. Jonathan also represents employers in grievances challenging employment practices, and he has arbitrated labor law disputes under collective bargaining agreements.
Jonathan also handles OSHA matters for his clients. He was recently lead counsel in a multi-agency investigation and litigation arising out of an industrial accident. In addition, Jonathan has successfully handled many investigations before OSHA based on whistleblower allegations.
Jonathan is experienced in successfully handling audits for clients, particularly with regard to whether individuals have been classified correctly as exempt from overtime and as independent contractors.
Jonathan approaches employment issues proactively by conducting training sessions that help employers and their management comply with the law and deal with everyday employment issues. He advises employers concerning personnel decisions, including terminations and layoffs.
Jonathan is an inaugural member of the firm's Pro Bono Committee.
Jonathan serves as the current Chair of the Wage & Hour Defense Institute, a national organization focused on representing management on wage and hour issues.
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