Attorney Shelby Y. Meskin advises employers of all sizes on labor and employment law and general civil litigation, defending them against claims and disputes related to discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, and wage and hour violations.

Whether by meticulously preparing for trial or by filing dispositive motions to eliminate claims, Shelby leverages her knowledge and experience in arbitration and civil jury trials to secure favorable outcomes for her clients. In addition, she also counsels clients on a wide range of personnel issues, advising them on remaining compliant with evolving laws and regulations to ensure they are well-informed of their rights and responsibilities.

After she earned her bachelor’s degree in history from University of California, Los Angeles, Shelby attended Loyola Law School to complete her J.D. while also clerking for several boutique litigation firms.

Shelby is valued by colleagues and clients for her dedication and focus on her clients’ best interests. She serves as an active member of multiple bar association groups, through which she collaborates with peers and mentors.

Practice Area

Education

Loyola Law School – J.D. 2021
University of California, Los Angeles – B.A. 2017

Representative matters

Arbitration Win on Pregnancy Discrimination and Harassment Case

Prevailed for a large, national company in arbitration by former employee alleging pregnancy, sex, and disability discrimination, and sexual harassment.

Defense of Disability Discrimination and Failure to Accommodate Claims

Represented a national employer against former employee’s claims of disability discrimination, failure to accommodate, and wrongful termination; prevailed in arbitration.

Resolution of Disability Discrimination Claims with Dispositive Motion

Successfully represented a national company in arbitration proceedings, securing a favorable resolution through summary judgment on disability discrimination and failure to accommodate claims.

Counseling National Company on Compliant Pay Practices

Conducted an audit spanning several years of historical pay records across multiple locations of a national healthcare corporation to ensure compliance with upcoming legal requirements regarding pay practices.

Review and Update Employee Handbooks

Perform annual reviews of employee handbooks and make necessary revisions to ensure ongoing compliance with state and federal laws for clients ranging from small businesses to national companies.

Collaborate with Clients to Develop New Workplace Policies

Advise clients on addressing workplace issues and craft legally compliant policies to rectify them, providing continuous support in their implementation and enforcement.

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Shelby Y. Meskin

OVERVIEW

Attorney Shelby Y. Meskin advises employers of all sizes on labor and employment law and general civil litigation, defending them against claims and disputes related to discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, and wage and hour violations.

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