Ballard Spahr LLP ‘offers a strong traditional labor practice’ which includes areas such as union negotiations and representing clients before labor relations boards. On the non-contentious side, the group is present at every phase of the negotiation process. The broader group is largely sector agnostic, but most notably is active in the public sector, with unique knowledge of state laws, but is also comfortable operating in federal courts throughout the country. Leading the team is Denise Keyser in New Jersey, who, along with versatile labor and employment lawyer Shannon D. Farmer in Philadelphia, is described by one client as ‘practical with their advice’. Brian Pedrow in Philadelphia is a key practitioner for the group’s litigious matters.

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Testimonials

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'Ballard offers a strong traditional labor practice. The labor team is collaborative and responsive. The team has experience with clients in the same industry and therefore serves as a strategic partner as issues arise.'
'We have worked extensively with Meredith Dante and to a lesser extent with Shannon Farmer. Both partners are extremely personable. They are practical with their advice and take the time to explain their recommendations so the best business decision can be made.'

Key clients

City of Philadelphia
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)
Temple University
Temple University Health System
American Red Cross
Geisinger Health System
Johns Hopkins University

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Denise M. Keyser

Other key lawyers

Shannon D. Farmer, Brian D. Pedrow