

Advocates for Workplace Fairness

Dignity: It is inherent in our being to be valued—one should never take that from another.
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Advocacy: Employees deserve a strong advocate — an advocate who will fight tenaciously for their interests while also providing objective and honest advice.
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Integrity is doing the right thing even if nobody is watching.
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Together: Class actions level the playing field. They are an agent of change and a potent tool to remedy injustice.
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Our goal is to provide access to justice for workers whose rights have been violated. Class actions amplify our efforts because they give us the ability to enforce the rights of many workers at once.
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Our top priority is ensuring our client’s livelihood through their employment goals.
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Our individual commitment to our clients and workplace fairness drives our team at O&G and makes everything seem possible.
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Working Together: Our work is to make sure you get paid for yours.
”About
the Firm
Client Alert: Please read this special message.
Our firm is dedicated to representing employees and other individuals (including executives, partners, professionals and talent), not employers, in all industries, across all professions, and at all employment levels. As advocates for workplace fairness, our passion and our profession is to help advance the goals of employees and protect their rights against injustices in the workplace.
Our attorneys advise and represent clients in matters involving former employers, current employers, and potential future employers and partnerships. We also represent groups of employees collectively, as well as executive teams in transition. Our international practice reaches across borders to represent and protect multinational employees, executives and partners.
Our lawyers are recognized as some of the most qualified and highly skilled in the field of employment law. Best Lawyers and U.S. News ranked Outten & Golden as “Best Law Firm” in Litigation - Labor & Employment and Employment Law – Individuals. In December 2014, Legal Leaders ranked Outten & Golden “New York Area’s Top Rated Lawyers for Labor & Employment.” Many of our lawyers are AV- rated by Martindale Hubbell and have been recognized by Super Lawyers in the field of “Employment Law – Employee.” Legal 500 recognized O&G as a leader in “Mass tort and class action: plaintiff representation – labor and employment.”
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Outten & Golden LLP partner Laurence Moy talks about how O&G attorneys approach cases and working with our clients
Outten & Golden LLP partner Laurence Moy, co-chair of the Financial Services Practice Group, discusses the firm and how the firm approach to cases and working with our clients.
Wayne Outten — Speaking about Outten & Golden LLP
Wayne N. Outten, managing partner of Outten & Golden LLP, speaking about the firm, and the work we do.
Outten & Golden LLP partner Cara E. Greene discusses pregnancy discrimination
Outten & Golden LLP partner Cara E. Greene discusses workplace pregnancy discrimination issues.
Adam T. Klein speaking about potential clients working with Outten & Golden LLP
Adam T. Klein, partner of Outten & Golden LLP, speaking about the firm and potential clients working with the firm for the first time.
Client Testimonials
I was an executive at my firm and experienced a sensitive HR situation. I was referred to this firm by a friend that had a great experience during their employment legal matter. This was my 1st time dealing with an employment matter. I was luckily matched with Pawanpreet Dhaliwal at Outton Golden.
Honestly, going through a sensitive matter you want to have a lawyer like Pawanpreet on your side. She was communicative, thoughtful, and honest with me during the entire experience. Additionally, she settled my case in less than a month, which is unheard of in matters such as this.
I highly recommend Pawanpreet and the Outten Golden Firm.
”I would never have had the courage to do what I'm doing (so happily!) without everything you did for me.
”As I sat in the aftermath of over a year of workplace discrimination and trauma, I assessed a total of 8 law firms to determine the right fit. Looking back, it's obvious that the solution to my problem was always in the name, afterall, it's only natural that a firm aptly named Outten & Golden (O&G) would outshine others.
Expertise, masterful educators, and empathy are the descriptors that come to mind when thinking of Menaka Fernando and Kendall Onyendu. They validated my experiences, fought tirelessly for my settlement, and in the moments I was too exhausted and afraid to face my giant, removed me from harm's way and unflinchingly stood before me. The impact and trauma of workplace discrimination is destabilizing and knowing who to trust in the aftermath can be hard. You won't find more skilled or trustworthy partners than the O&G team and I know that your experience and value as a person will always be placed above profit.
”I worked with Wayne Outten on a complex employment matter. He brought much wisdom and insight to the matter, and an impeccable sense of fairness. I highly recommend him.
”The entire Outten & Golden team are consummate professionals. Incredible depth in employment law balanced with deep focus, empathy and clear advice for their clients. Wayne Outten is truly the best.
”I have worked with Wayne Outten over the course of the past seven years, as he has supported me with several employment contract matters. Wayne is always responsive and ensures that my best interests are protected within each legal agreement. I would highly recommend Wayne to others seeking support with employment matters.
”Wayne Outten is the consummate professional. Deeply knowledgable, motivated to help, and collaborative. I learned a lot from working with Wayne on my contract negotiations, and his efforts were instrumental in obtaining a very satisfactory contract.
”Experienced, professional. Always available. Each time I called I was greeted professionally and my requests was expedited. This is the only place to go for workplace fairness and work related situations. It was my pleasure working with Wayne Outten who helped me through a very difficult time. Truly the best.
”I am so grateful to be able to work with Jenny Schwartz of Outten and Golden. She is not only highly competent and proficient but also caring and understanding.
She took the time review my situation, talked me through my options and provided guidance throughout the process. She would keep my appraised of the progress and was always available for any questions. Her expertise enabled me to make informed decisions.
And just as important, Jenny was understanding and empathetic to me and my situation. In a very short period of time, she built trust and made me feel safe. Not only did I feel that I had a highly skillful lawyer but moreover, an ally.
These situations are never easy but I knew I was in capable hands with Jenny and Outten & Golden.
”I had the opportunity to retain and work with Attorney Schwartz on a very sensitive employment matter. I want to state that Attorney Schwartz and her support team was very responsive dealing with this delicate employment matter. True professionals and I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of expertise when it comes to employment issues.
”They represented me in a class action case against a previous employer and were very professional throughout the entire process. They contacted me about any information I might have that would help them, and kept me appraised of everything going on. They even provided me updates during COVID. I was able reach out to them, and get a reply as soon as they had the information for me. I always knew what was happening with my case, and it allowed me to focus on other tasks.
”Very professional and hardworking. Hannah was able to help me understand all of my options and make the decision possible.
”Was a pleasure working with my attorney Nina. Very professional. Always responded to any questions. Highly recommend.
”Working with Eliana and Greg was by far the best experience one could have in dealing with such a stressful case. Eliana is extremely professional yet personable. She suggests and explains every step necessary to take to get first-rate results. The communication between lawyer and client is paramount which allows for a certain level of comfortability and assurance that Outten & Golden are truly on your side. I highly recommend this firm for fighting work related cases although that isn't their only area of expertise. Outten & Golden also take on pro-bono cases so please don't shy away from contacting them to find out if they can assist you with your legal needs.
”I was going through a stressful time with a departure from my firm, and engaged Cody Yorke at Outten. Having an attorney of her caliber watching out for my interests was a big relief. Cody was efficient and honest -- she quickly appraised the situation, zeroed in on key points, and guided me through the process. She was very efficient in terms of the time she took, and gave clear and unvarnished advice, delivering real value. Cody is a credit to the firm, and I would recommend her without reservation.
”I had an exceptional experience with Greg Chiarello and associates at Outten & Golden. His counsel was thorough, personal and helped me navigate a difficult situation with clarity and ease. Their attention to detail was exemplary and their expertise was comforting in a very trying time. I understand why they come so highly recommended.
”I had the pleasure of working with Susan Huhta. Susan is extremely experienced and knowledgeable so was able to provide excellent insight on the range potential outcomes for this particular situation. My goal to was to achieve fair treatment and keep the business relationships in tact and we were able to achieve both. Rational, balanced and fact based is exactly what I expect from this firm and that is what I received. Susan provided prudent guidance on when to hold firm and when to negotiate which provided a win/win solution resulting in good result for both sides.
Susan made herself available pretty much 24x7 including late evenings and even Sunday. She was exactly what I needed and the result was worth the investment.
Wayne Outten is a true professional and a credit to his field. His tireless efforts did not go unnoticed and I knew from the beginning that I had chosen the right attorney. The firm's support staff always answered the phone with a smile and they were always polite and professional. I recommend Outten & Golden without reservation.
”Larry Moy and the Team at Outten & Golden are absolutely outstanding. Larry is an expert on all employment related matters and from my experience I can personally attest to his strengths in reviewing legal contracts and then providing sound strategic legal advice.
Working with Larry was a 100% positive experience and I would recommend him to anyone seeking advice on employment related topics - his depth of knowledge and client friendly approach allows him to deliver value that far outweighs the financial cost. Simply said, Larry is a best-in-class lawyer who is kind, understanding and professional.
”My attorney was amazing -- she was timely and effective, and very experienced. (You'll learn so much along the way). Most of all, the firm has compassionate and caring lawyers. If you proceed with your case, they are there every step with you and are responsive. (Don't be afraid to call a big law firm -- I think they are big for good reason.) I faced years of racial discrimination and constant retaliation from my employer, but in the end I received the justice I felt I deserved.
”I have used Outten and Golden on two separate occasions involving negotiation of a severance package and in defense of a lawsuit. One of the matters I used Ann Golden and the other Wayne Outten. They are both excellent as is their firm. They specialize in employment matters for individuals and are extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and effective. This firm is the gold standard for employment issues and I could not recommend them any higher.
”I had an excellent experience with O&G and specifically with Larry Moy, whose (unbiased) counsel not only met their standard of advocating for workplace fairness, but also for advocating their client's interests.
Competent, responsive, and highly professional.
”I have had a wonderful experience with Outten & Golden and their staff. They assisted me with a severance package and employment contract when I was moving to a new company. I found them to be honest, helpful & attentive. The attorneys and staff at O&G have a lot of integrity and answered all of my legal questions thoroughly and professionally. There's a very good reason why they are so successful - because they are the best of the best.
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