Meyer Employment Law – Portland, OR

Dedicated Employee Rights Advocates in Downtown Portland

Meyer Employment Law is a premier employment litigation firm located in the historic 1000 Broadway building in downtown Portland. Founded by Robert "Bob" Meyer, the firm is dedicated exclusively to representing employees who have been treated unfairly in the workplace. With a team of experienced trial attorneys, including Michael Owens, Holly Carone, and Sharia Mayfield, the firm has built a reputation for leveling the playing field against powerful corporations and government entities. Robert Meyer, a former partner at one of the country’s largest management-side firms, uses his insider knowledge of employer tactics to build winning strategies for his clients. The firm is known for its aggressive advocacy in state and federal courts, as well as its compassionate approach to guiding clients through the stress of job loss and workplace conflict.

Protecting Oregon Workers

The firm handles a wide range of employment disputes, focusing on enforcing state and federal labor laws.

• Wrongful Termination: Representing employees fired in violation of public policy, whistleblower laws, or employment contracts.
• Discrimination and Harassment: Fighting for victims of workplace bias based on race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
• Retaliation: protecting workers who have been punished for reporting illegal activity, filing safety complaints, or requesting medical leave.
• Wage and Hour Claims: Recovering unpaid overtime, commissions, and bonuses, and holding employers accountable for meal and rest break violations.
• Sexual Harassment: Providing a safe and supportive environment for survivors to pursue justice against harassers and the companies that enable them.
• Severance Negotiations: Reviewing and negotiating separation agreements to ensure departing employees receive fair compensation and protect their future career prospects.

Insider Knowledge, Outsider Advocacy

Meyer Employment Law operates on a contingency fee basis for most cases, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless the firm recovers money for them. This commitment ensures that justice is accessible to all workers, regardless of their financial situation. The firm’s attorneys have been recognized as Super Lawyers and hold perfect 10.0 ratings on Avvo. Their success is built on a foundation of meticulous preparation and a willingness to take cases to trial if a fair settlement cannot be reached.

"We know how employers think because we used to represent them. Now, we use that knowledge to fight for you."

The firm’s office is located at 1000 SW Broadway, a central hub for Portland’s legal community. This location offers easy access to the Multnomah County Courthouse and the federal district court. Whether you are an executive facing a complex contract dispute or an hourly worker denied your wages, Meyer Employment Law provides the skilled and determined representation you need to secure your rights.

1000 Broadway Headquarters

The firm occupies Suite 2300 in the 1000 Broadway building. This 24-story skyscraper is one of the most recognizable in the city, known for its distinctive copper dome. Situated in the heart of the cultural district, it is steps away from the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall and the Portland Art Museum 🏛️⚖️💼