Amberly offers practical advice to employers as they navigate challenging labor and employment issues during day-to-day compliance and through unexpected disputes.
Amberly provides advice and counsel on day-to-day employment matters, helping employers navigate complex labor and employment issues in California, often the first state to pursue employee-friendly statutes. She enjoys working with Fortune 500 companies and family businesses alike. Amberly’s advice to clients includes:
- Wage and hour compliance
- Leaves of absence
- Disability accommodation
- Paid sick leave
- Performance management
- Tip pooling
- Employee handbooks and policies
- Severance agreements
As a former entrepreneur, Amberly appreciates the groundwork and passion behind every successful business, and works with clients to develop practical solutions tailored to the client’s goals.
When a dispute occurs, she is a vigorous advocate and skilled negotiator, working tirelessly to reach favorable outcomes for clients. She has defended single-plaintiff, class action and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) matters. Amberly represents clients in arbitration and litigation as well as before government agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).