The Zinser Law Firm, P.C. - Nashville, TN

National Leaders in Independent Contractor Law

Defending Management and Business Interests

The Zinser Law Firm, P.C. is a specialized boutique law firm based in Nashville, renowned for its expertise in labor and employment law. Founded by L. Michael Zinser, the firm has carved out a national niche representing management, with a particular focus on the newspaper and media industries. We are best known for our pioneering work in Independent Contractor classification. For decades, we have defended companies against challenges from the Department of Labor, the IRS, and state agencies regarding the status of their workforce. We understand that the distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is critical to your business model, and we have the legal firepower to protect it.

Comprehensive Labor and Employment Services

While we are famous for our independent contractor work, our practice encompasses the full spectrum of labor law. We represent employers in:

• Wage and Hour Defense: We defend against class action lawsuits and government investigations involving overtime, minimum wage, and exemption status.
• Union Avoidance and Relations: We assist companies in maintaining a union-free environment and represent them in collective bargaining and NLRB proceedings.
• Discrimination Defense: We protect employers from claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation under Title VII, the ADA, and the ADEA.
• Circulation Legal Counsel: We provide specialized advice to the publishing industry regarding distributor contracts and circulation laws.

Experienced and Dedicated

The Zinser Law Firm is not a general practice; we are specialists who have spent years mastering the nuances of labor regulations. Our attorneys are frequent speakers at national industry conferences and have litigated cases in federal and state courts across the country. We believe in proactive counseling to prevent legal issues before they arise, but when litigation is necessary, we are fierce advocates for our clients. If you need a Nashville employment lawyer who understands the complexities of the independent contractor business model, The Zinser Law Firm is the authority you can trust.