James J. Oh has a nationwide practice that focuses on representing management in class action and employment litigation of all kinds. He has specific expertise with claims arising under:
- The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- State wage and hour laws
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
- The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
- The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
James also counsels clients on a variety of employee relations issues, including wage and hour compliance, discipline and termination, leaves of absence and affirmative action obligations.
He also helps government contractors to develop affirmative action compliance programs and represents them during Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs audits. His clients include insurance and financial services companies.
James has published articles and given speeches on a variety of employment law topics, including wage and hour compliance, class action certification and sexual harassment. He also has given speeches on:
- Developments in wage and hour class action law
- Classifying employees properly under the Fair Labor Standards Act
- The interplay between the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act and Workers’ Compensation laws
- Conducting internal investigations
Education :
- J.D., Northwestern University, 1987
- B.A., Northwestern University, 1984
Courts :
- Illinois Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
- U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Professional & Community Affiliations :
- Member, Labor and Employment Law Section, American Bar Association
Cost
Rate : $$$