Focus Area
Employment Litigation
When employment disputes arise, our experienced litigation team delivers strategic defense with unmatched responsiveness. Trusted for nearly 20 years by clients across industries, we handle the most sensitive and complex employment matters while protecting your corporate culture and business objectives.
Our attorneys represent public and private companies, non-profits, and professional service providers across industries including law, education, retail, healthcare, financial services, technology, manufacturing, and real estate. We defend clients in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies such as the EEOC and Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, handling a wide range of employment claims—from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation to wage and hour violations, non-compete disputes, corporate raiding, trade secret theft, contract actions, whistleblower claims, and complex class actions across multiple jurisdictions.Our lawyers have experience defending against virtually every type of employment claim.
Employment matters impact more than just legal liability—they affect daily operations and workplace culture. Our approach combines aggressive litigation defense with proactive counseling, helping clients shape responses that minimize risk while preserving corporate values. Through early case assessments, we identify opportunities for creative, cost-effective resolutions, particularly when ongoing business relationships are involved. Our deep experience, drawn from defending hundreds of cases, allows us to provide strategic advice and conduct thorough investigations to manage exposure and implement preventive measures.
Recognized Excellence
Our attorneys are consistently recognized by Chambers USA and peer-reviewed publications. Many have authored scholarly articles, lectured at law schools and CLE forums, and provided expert commentary for NPR and Lawyers Weekly, demonstrating thought leadership that benefits our clients.
Client-Centered Service
Many clients have trusted us for at least two decades, reflecting our commitment to superior service. We respond promptly, deploy the right resources, and maintain the highest standards of integrity in every matter.
Expertise
Key Contacts
Joshua M. Davis
Director, Boston
jdavis@goulstonstorrs.com+1 617 574 4110
Elizabeth K. Levine
Director, Boston
elevine@goulstonstorrs.com+1 617 574 6549
Carla A. Reeves
Director, Boston
creeves@goulstonstorrs.com+1 617 574 3853Related Insights
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Goulston & Storrs Director Carla Reeves Joins the American Employment Law Council
March 18, 2025