Employment & Pension Law

We are experienced, proven attorneys who are passionate about protecting employee rights. Since 1994, we have been a leading employment and pension law firm with clients nationwide.  We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, dynamic representation. With recoveries in excess of $200 million, we have gained a reputation for success in class action litigation against numerous Fortune 500 companies and have been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and many other publications.  We can help protect your job, pension, and civil rights.

Congratulations to Susan Martin, Best Lawyers® 2025 "Lawyer of the Year" in Employment Law - Individuals, Phoenix!

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Main Practice Areas

  • Our highly experienced employment attorneys represent employees in a wide range of disputes, including:

    • Wages and Overtime

    • Independent Contractor Misclassification

    • Wrongful Termination

    • Unlawful Payroll Deductions

    • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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  • Our pension and retirement practice is nationally recognized. We handle a variety of cases, including:

    • Reductions in Pension Benefits and Plan Amendments

    • Improper Calculation of Pension Benefits

    • Suspension of Pension Benefits

    • Breach of Fiduciary Duties

    • Inadequate Disclosure of Benefits and Rights

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  • We represent unions, union members, and non-union employees across the United States. Our practice includes:

    • Negotiating Collective Bargaining Agreements

    • Representing Unions and Union Members in Grievances

    • Actions Against Employers for Unfair Labor Practices

    • Defending Against Employer Retaliation

    • Right-to-Work Matters

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  • We help employees obtain their benefits from employers and insurance companies. We can assist with the following:

    • Denial or Loss of Health Benefits

    • Denial or Loss of Disability Benefits

    • COBRA Insurance Benefits

    • Denial of Veterans’ Benefits (USERRA)

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  • We represent whistleblowers who suffer retaliation for reporting their employer’s wrongful acts. Our practice includes:

    • Qui Tam Lawsuits

    • False Claims Act Lawsuits

    • Retaliation for Reporting Legal Violations

    • Retaliation for Participating in Investigations

    • Defrauding Federal and State Governments

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  • Laws protect employees from discrimination based on gender, race, nationality, age, disability or religion. We handle:

    • Claims Under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII)

    • Claims Under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

    • Sexual Harassment Claims

    • Hostile Work Environment Claims

    • Pregnancy Discrimination

    • Discrimination & Retaliation

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Feedback From Clients

  • “I attribute this [great] outcome to these attorneys, who are smart, prepared and able to quickly come up with excellent arguments and strategies. They also communicated quickly and simply, every step of the way.”

    Mary W.

  • "Their compassion, integrity, and mastery of the legal process truly added to my confidence and strength going forward. Highly Recommend."

    Maria P.

  • "If you have any issues with pension denial by a firm or a union, I would highly recommend Martin & Bonnett, their results made a real difference in my life.”

    Kevin M.

  • “From the first meeting, Dan, Susan, Jennifer, Michael, Kathy and the rest of firm made us feel like something could finally be done. It is so clearly evident that their experience, legal expertise, and presenting to the court our case, that justice had a great chance to emerge. And did it ever!"

    Dave C.