Hammond Law Center - Orlando, FL

Premier Management-Side Labor and Employment Defense in Orlando

In today's complex regulatory climate, employers face significant liabilities from workforce disputes, administrative investigations, and employee litigation. Hammond Law Center is an established Orlando law practice dedicated exclusively to representing management and business organizations in all facets of workplace law. Prior to establishing the firm in 2016, managing shareholder Keith L. Hammond spent years as a partner at one of the nation's largest labor and employment defense firms. He brings big-firm sophistication combined with the responsive, cost-effective service of a boutique practice.

Attorney Keith L. Hammond earned his law degree cum laude from Stetson University College of Law, where he served as managing editor of the Stetson Law Review, before clerking for a United States Magistrate Judge in the Middle District of Florida. Licensed in Florida since 1999, he represents corporate clients in state and federal courts across Florida as well as federal appellate circuits. When corporate leaders need a lawyer urgently to respond to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charges or defeat an emergency motion for injunctive relief, Hammond Law Center delivers resolute legal defense.

Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Defense

Workplace allegations can disrupt operations and tarnish a company's brand. The firm vigorously defends employers against claims brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Florida Civil Rights Act. Hammond Law Center handles all phases of dispute resolution, from position statements before the EEOC and the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) to federal jury trials involving alleged sexual harassment, retaliatory discharge, and hostile work environments.

Wage and Hour Litigation and Fair Labor Standards Act Audits

Wage claims represent some of the highest financial risks for Florida businesses. Hammond Law Center defends employers in single-plaintiff and collective-action lawsuits under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Florida's Minimum Wage Act. Key areas of advocacy include:

• Defending against claims for unpaid overtime, off-the-clock work, and improper tip pool distributions.
• Auditing worker classifications to confirm independent contractor status and executive, administrative, or professional exemptions.
• Assisting companies through Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division audits to mitigate penalties and ensure statutory compliance.

Non-Compete Agreements, Restrictive Covenants, and Trade Secrets

Protecting intellectual property, proprietary data, and customer relationships is crucial when key personnel depart. The firm drafts enforceable restrictive covenants tailored to Florida law and prosecutes breach-of-contract actions. Whether seeking temporary restraining orders against unlawful competition or defending businesses against tortious interference allegations, Keith Hammond provides decisive courtroom advocacy.

Preventive Counseling, Training, and Internal Investigations

Preventing disputes before litigation arises is the most effective workforce strategy. Hammond Law Center counsels corporate executives and HR teams on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) administration, disability accommodation frameworks, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Companies frequently hire an attorney from the firm to conduct neutral internal investigations into sensitive executive misconduct and draft enforceable employee handbooks. Those looking to find a lawyer with a recognized track record will note Keith Hammond's selection to Super Lawyers from 2021 through 2026.

Contact Hammond Law Center in Downtown Orlando

Safeguard your business against employment liabilities and workplace lawsuits. Contact Hammond Law Center at their office located at 250 N Orange Avenue, Suite 1200 in downtown Orlando, or call (407) 730-9909 to consult with an accomplished Florida management defense attorney.