Michael E.Olsen

To prevent claims from arising, Mike advises on day-to-day issues such as the often-complex process of disability accommodations and leaves of absence. He conducts workplace investigations into harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and he performs exemption audits, as well as assisting with designing and implementing reductions in force. Before the pandemic shutdowns, Mike was writing about the implications of COVID-19 for employers in the Daily Journal, and advised clients mindfully through shifting and new legislation during this unprecedented time.

In his more than 10 years of experience representing and counseling employers, he has successfully represented employers in litigation before state and federal agencies, courts, and arbitral forums. He has represented and counseled clients across various industries, including aerospace, manufacturing, film and studio, e-commerce, retail, finance, health care, hospitals and insurance providers, and staffing and employee leasing companies. Additionally, Mike was the sole labor and employment counsel for North America for a publicly traded e-commerce and logistics company with 2,000 employees. Having served as in-house counsel, Mike understands the constraints and realities that his clients face, allowing him to offer practical solutions to his clients’ employment law needs.