Houston Employment Law Attorney
Dedicated Advocates for Unfair Treatment in the Workplace
At Shellist Lazarz Slobin, our passion is to protect our clients’ rights in employment matters. Our Houston employment law attorneys have the experience, energy, and resources needed to achieve timely, satisfactory results. Our practice encompasses all areas of employment law, from the most straightforward legal matters to complex litigation.
As a full-service firm in Houston focused on employment law, we handle everything from single-session reviews of contracts to extensive lawsuits in state and federal courts. Our employment lawyers recognize, however, that litigation should only be pursued as a last resort. Whether you are a high-powered CEO, a President of your own company, or simply seeking counsel on a more basic level for a wage or hour dispute, look no further than our team. We will first pursue swifter solutions through such means as negotiation or filing complaints with a government agency.
When Your Career Is the Case
We handle the full spectrum of employment law, from hostile work environments and wrongful termination to severance negotiations and EEOC claims. Every matter is handled with the discretion and precision your situation demands.
- ADA & Disability Rights
- Age Discrimination
- Breach of Contract
- Breach of Employment Contracts
- Contract Review
- Contractor or employee? Ask the IRS
- Disability Discrimination
- Discrimination
- Discrimination/Retaliation
- Employment Contracts
- Employment Disputes
- Employment Law
- Employment Laws
- Employment Newsletter
- Employment Opportunities
- Equal Pay Law
- Executive Cases
- Executive Compensation
- Executive Whistleblowers
- FMLA
- Gender / Sex Discrimination
- LGBT Discrimination
- Overtime Violation
- Pregnancy Discrimination
- Race / National Origin Discrimination
- Restaurant Worker Class Actions
- Severance Agreements
- Sexual Harassment
- Tip Pool Violations
- Unpaid Commissions and Bonuses
- Wage & Hour Law
- Wages / Overtime Claims
- Whistleblower
- Workplace Harassment
- Workplace Retaliation
- Wrongful Termination
Trusted by Executives. Proven in Court.
Our clients include CEOs, CFOs, and senior leaders who needed counsel that matched their stakes.
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“He solved a life altering dilemma. 6 stars.”- Former Client
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“Simply said, Mark Lazarz at Shellist Lazarz Slobin provided me with unparalleled professional representation against a formidable employer that discriminated against me. While the employment discrimination against me was clearly evident, my employment cont”- Peter Minarik
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“Clear communication regarding proposed courses of action, information about analogous precedents, potential outcomes, and ideal/worse-case scenarios on a timeline was provided.”- Tinu O.
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“Appreciation and thanks to Mark Lazarz and Andrea. Mark handled my case and it was a success.”- Spencer H.
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“Todd was a great communicator and very responsive. He helped me and got me the best deal available.”- Steven D.
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“After talking to multiple employment lawyers, I could not have found anyone better than Mark Lazarz. He called me back immediately, always responsive, and carefully guided me through the many issues I had with my former employer.”- Former Client
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“Todd Slobin is an expert in the field”- Anonymous
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“Clark Will assisted me in obtaining approval of a religious exemption for a COVID vaccination mandate imposed by my employer. I appreciated his work in laying out the foundational argument for this approval in a clear, concise manner accessible to HR decision-makers. As an attorney employed by a large international company, I appreciate that Clark was required to do time-consuming legal research, for which he charged me a flat rate that was extremely reasonably priced. I have referred two people to him already.”
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“I feel so blessed and grateful for getting in touch with Clark here at SLS! Clark went above and beyond for me. His astounding expertise, knowledge, professionalism, and confidence was exactly what I needed in an attorney and law firm going up to bat for me. He was fully transparent with me and came up with a strong end game. I felt reassured the whole way. Thank you, Clark for being awesome. I'll be sure to refer you to whomever I know!”- C.S.
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Fantastic support by Mark Lazarz and team.
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“Mr. Slobin represented me in an employment and labor case that concluded in March of 2023. I am highly satisfied with the level of professionalism he brought to my case and the settlement received. I would recommend Todd Slobin to anyone in need of a good”- Former Client
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“Mark Lazarz took my case when I was faced with a slew of issues from my employer. I needed to act fast and did not know how to proceed.”- Kelly Blaschke
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“Thorough, tough, intelligent and immediately responsive to situations as they evolve. She helped immensely in our case and we are totally grateful for the outcome that she made possible. Our highest recommendation.”- Ralph Ruiz
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“Clark Will helped me when I was being threatened with the loss of my career because of my religious beliefs. Other attorneys refused to speak with me because their beliefs were different from my own. But Clark Will listened, understood and took action. As a result, I was able to retire and receive my pension. Clark Will is a talented and wonderful attorney. I highly recommend his services.- A.M.
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“Clark Will and Bob Goodman and are two of the toughest and most capable in their field. Katelynn Nolen is a gem. Their professionalism, compassion and dedication is unmatched. They adopt a no-nonsense and straightforward approach, and persevere until the job is done. I cannot recommend them highly enough and actually now consider them all as lifelong friends. Their humane nature (and humour!) will carry you a long long way. We will forever be grateful.”
Proudly Serving Houston and Harris County Residents
As members of the National Employment Lawyers Association, we have contacts across the country in almost every area of employment law. If need be, we can work with lawyers in other cities as local counsel to protect your rights. We have also represented individuals in cases that involved international companies located in Canada, Mexico, Europe, and the Middle East. Whatever issues you face in employment law, you can find the answers and advocacy you need from our Texas labor law firm.
Call us at (713) 352-3433 to speak with our Houston employment lawyers. Se habla español.
What Sets Us Apart?
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Deep roots in Texas Employment Law
For decades, we have represented employees throughout Texas in workplace disputes ranging from discrimination and retaliation to executive compensation and wrongful termination. Our experience with Texas employers, courts, and employment laws helps us guide clients with confidence from the very beginning.
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A Strategy Built Around You
Every employment case is different. We take the time to understand your situation, your goals, and what matters most to you. Whether pursuing an EEOC charge, negotiating a severance package, or litigating through trial, we develop a strategy designed to achieve the best possible outcome.
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Boutique Firm. Personal Attention. Powerful Results.
When you hire our firm, you work directly with experienced employment law attorneys, not layers of associates. We provide the personalized attention of a boutique practice backed by the experience to handle complex employment disputes and high-value executive matters.
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Over 100 Years of Combined Employment Law Experience
Employment law is not one of our practice areas; it is our practice. With more than 100 years of combined experience devoted exclusively to labor and employment law, our attorneys have the knowledge, skill, and courtroom experience to protect employees at every stage of their case.
