Business Lawyer in Dallas, Texas: Employment Litigation
Protecting the Rights of Employers
At the Law Office of Walter S. Cowger, I bring over 33 years of experience to employers needing representation in a wide range of employment law disputes. I am Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, as well as AV®-rated under Martindale-Hubbell's Peer Review Rating System. I was a partner in the firm of Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld, LLP, for fifteen years, from 1987 to 2002. Named a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly magazine every year since 2005, I work with all types of employers, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. I offer the skill and breadth of experience of a large law firm without the higher fees normally associated with a big law practice.
Contact my office by e-mail or call me at 214-743-4190.
My Employment Litigation Practice
I work on behalf of employers in need of employment litigation representation, protecting your rights in a broad range of claims in state and federal court, including:
- Discrimination actions under state or federal law: I handle the defense of claims under Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Texas Commission on Human Rights Act (TCHRA), and other state and federal employment-related laws. I will act as your advocate in hearings with state and federal agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). I will also handle any proceedings in state or federal courts.
- Defense of sexual harassment claims: Including quid pro quo harassment as well as hostile work environment claims.
- Employment contract disputes: Including wrongful discharge or breach-of-contract cases.
- Retaliation: I defend claims that an employee has been retaliated against for complaining of discrimination or for filing a workers' compensation claim.
- Claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Including overtime and misclassification claims.
- Unemployment cases: Including denial of unemployment and unemployment insurance claims.
- ERISA actions: Including claims involving retirement or pension benefits and complaints of interference with those benefits under §510.
- Others: I defend employment-related claims of assault, defamation, conspiracy, tortious interference with contract and negligence. I also defend cases involving whistle-blowing and drug testing.
The Meaning of Fiduciary Duty — "Old-Fashioned Lawyering"
I have handled well over 100 employment law disputes on behalf of employers, always moving quickly to gather all relevant information, identify your legal position, and aggressively advocate for you. With a strong commitment to fiduciary duty and attorney-client communication, I keep you fully updated regarding any developments in your case, and make certain you understand all your options.
Contact the Law Office of Walter S. Cowger
You may contact me online or call me at 214-743-4190. My office is generally open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. I am located in the Comerica Building at 1717 Main Street in downtown Dallas.