States We Serve
Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C. is a leading employment law firm fighting to protect employee rights and best interests under state and federal labor laws. Our team of highly qualified attorneys shares 70+ years of professional experience handling all workplace rights and equity matters. We have resolved thousands of cases through negotiations, formal claims with state or federal agencies, and litigation.
Our firm has represented employees in small and large businesses in all types of industries. Whether you are a blue-collar or white-collar worker, a contractor, or a top-level executive, we can help you resolve your employment issue. Our attorneys can educate you on your rights and responsibilities so that you can make informed decisions about your situation and take appropriate legal action.
Request a free initial consultation with an employment lawyer at Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C. by calling (515) 497-9409 or contacting us online.
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Equity for All
Fighting for your rights, we work towards the fundamental equality of every individual.
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Accountability-Focused
We work to ensure organizations are responsible for creating fair and just workplaces.
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Employee Advocates
We empower our clients to have their voices heard and their rights protected.
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Fostering Inclusion
At our core, we drive positive change through education and implicit bias training.
Our Service Areas
We serve employees and job applicants in the following states:
Our services include but are not limited to the following employment issues:
- Discrimination: This can be based on age, disability, gender and sexual orientation, race, pregnancy, and other protected characteristics under federal and state laws.
- Harassment: This can include sexual, racial, and sexual orientation harassment at work.
- Employer retaliation: This involves adverse actions taken against you for engaging in legally protected activities, including retaliation for whistleblowing.
- Equal pay: Wage discrimination occurs when you are paid differently for substantially equal work based on your gender.
- Executive employment disputes: We help executives resolve disputes related to contracts, discrimination, compensation, non-compete agreements, severance agreements, and more. Our team can also help women and minorities challenge glass ceiling barriers to higher leadership levels.
In addition to employment law, our team handles Title IX matters and is adept at issues related to Title IX sports. The team also represents clients in civil rights violations, from unlawful background checks to discriminatory practices.
Finally, we offer implicit bias education to help our clients understand the subtleties of discrimination and other non-productive behavior in the workplace.
The Value of Legal Representation in Iowa & Minnesota
If you have experienced subtle or explicit unfair treatment in the workplace, you need to understand your rights and how to pursue action to protect them. Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C. can provide valuable insight into complex labor laws and help you navigate the often intimidating process of addressing workplace grievances.
Our professional guidance can help prevent further mistreatment and hold employers accountable for their actions. By working with our experienced attorneys, you can better understand your options, build strong cases, and pursue fair resolutions, ultimately contributing to a more equitable work environment for yourself and your colleagues.
Call (515) 497-9409 or contact us online to consult an employment lawyer about your case in Iowa or Minnesota.
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"Fighting the Good Fight"
Tom is passionate about exposing biases and helping women fight the good fight. Without his guidance, I have no doubt I would not be sitting in where I am now. He made sure that I was prepared.- Tina S. -
"No One I'd Recommend More"
We came to Jill Zwagerman and were met with compassion, calm, intelligence and a fierce dedication to legally hold our offenders accountable. Jill walked us through the entire process leading us with confidence and compence.- Jodi S.