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Labor & Employment

The Labor and Employment practice provides strategic legal counsel to employers on the full spectrum of workplace-related matters, helping organizations navigate complex labor laws, mitigate risk, and promote compliant, productive work environments. Attorneys in this practice advise public and private sector employers, from startups to multinational corporations, across diverse industries.

This practice combines regulatory knowledge with practical business insight to support clients in managing their workforce while minimizing exposure to litigation and reputational harm.

Core services include:

  • Employment Law Counseling
    • Advising on day-to-day HR compliance issues, including hiring, discipline, terminations, wage and hour laws (FLSA), leaves of absence (FMLA/ADA), workplace accommodations, and employee classification (exempt vs. non-exempt, IC vs. employee).
  • Workplace Policies and Training
    • Drafting employee handbooks, HR policies, and codes of conduct. Conducting management training on discrimination, harassment prevention, workplace investigations, and compliance best practices.
  • Employment Agreements and Executive Compensation
    • Preparing and negotiating offer letters, employment contracts, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, severance agreements, and executive compensation packages.
  • Labor Relations
    • Advising unionized employers on collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, NLRB proceedings, labor contract interpretation, and union avoidance strategies.
  • Internal Investigations and Compliance Audit
    • Conducting workplace investigations into allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and misconduct. Performing proactive audits on wage practices, pay equity, and HR compliance.
  • Litigation and Dispute Resolution
    • Representing employers in employment-related litigation before federal and state courts and administrative agencies (EEOC, DOL, NLRB), including claims of discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage violations.
  • Workplace Health and Safety
    • Counseling on compliance with OSHA standards, workplace violence prevention, and COVID-19 and public health response measures.
  • Reductions in Force and Restructuring
    • Advising on layoffs, plant closures, WARN Act compliance, and strategic workforce restructuring initiatives.

The following individuals practice in this area:

Jason Henderson Sam Karmin Alexandra Ong James Waite
Jason Henderson

Jason Henderson

Senior Attorney; Sports & Entertainment & Streaming Media

Jason Henderson, Esq. is a corporate and transactional attorney with over twenty years of experience handling complex transactions in media and IP licensing and distribution as well as product counsel and service agreements for Fortune 500 companies. A Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), Mr. Henderson is recognized for his expertise in technology and media personalization, and is listed as the inventor on several patents in streaming technology and real-time AI. Mr. Henderson earned his BA in History from the University of Dallas and his Juris Doctor from the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. He currently serves as a commissioner with the Littleton Historical Preservation Commission. Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Henderson is the co-founder of Castle Bridge Media, publisher of the popular Castle of Horror Anthology series, has written for Electronic Arts and Marvel Comics, and has had multiple books optioned for film. Mr. Henderson’s practice focuses on the following: He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at JDH@jwlinternational.com.
Sam Karmin

Sam Karmin

Legal Intern

Sam Karmin is a dual-degree graduate of the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of Information Sciences from the School of Information and a Master of Business Management from the Ross School of Business. He is currently pursuing his Juris Doctor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where he is actively involved in the Jewish Law Students Association and is preparing to join the National Trial Team. Prior to law school, Mr. Karmin built a strong foundation in financial planning and analysis, most recently serving as a Senior FP&A Analyst for Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group and Funding Circle LLC. In these roles, he led financial modeling, budgeting, and strategic planning across diverse business units. His earlier experience includes co-founding Concession Cups LLC, a sustainability-focused startup, and serving as a financial consultant at Guidehouse Inc., where he advised major healthcare systems on revenue cycle optimization and electronic medical record implementation. Mr. Karmin also completed a data analytics internship with Kirkland & Ellis LLP, and holds advanced certifications in financial modeling and valuation. His background spans corporate, consulting, and entrepreneurial environments, equipping him with a multidisciplinary perspective on business strategy, operational efficiency, and legal analysis. Mr. Karmin works with our attorneys in the following areas: He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at SJK@jwlinternational.com.
Alexandra Ong

Alexandra Ong

Associate Attorney

Ms. Ong is a graduate of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. A native of Fort Worth, Texas, she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and a Certificate in International Business Studies from Texas A&M University, graduating magna cum laude. Since joining JWL International in 2023, Ms. Ong has worked on a broad range of complex domestic and international business matters. She brings experience in manufacturer–dealer representation, business transactions, international legal research, regulatory analysis, and dispute resolution. Her work reflects a strong commitment to delivering thoughtful, business-oriented legal solutions. Ms. Ong’s practice focuses on the following: She can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at ALO@jwlinternational.com.
James Waite

James Waite

Founder

James R. Waite, Esq. is a seasoned corporate and transactional attorney with over three decades of experience in the acquisition, sale, and leasing of businesses, equipment, and real estate. Throughout his career, Mr. Waite has held executive leadership roles—including General Counsel, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer—across a diverse range of industries, from aviation to equipment leasing. He is the author of the American Rental Association’s definitive guide on rental contracts and has contributed extensively to national and international publications such as Equipment World, RER Magazine, International Rental News, Rental Magazine, ForConstructionPros, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Mr. Waite is also a frequent speaker at industry association conferences, where he shares insights on legal and operational best practices. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Mr. Waite holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio, a Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law, and a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University. Mr. Waite’s practice focuses on the following: He can be reached via telephone at (866) 582-2586 and via email at JRW@jwlinternational.com.

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