Thomas Garretson

Tom advises and counsels employers in the public and private sectors on all areas of labor and employment law, including workplace investigations, disciplinary action, leaves and accommodations, contract disputes, wage and hour issues, and HR compliance. He has significant experience in traditional labor matters, including union organizing, collective bargaining, contract negotiations, grievances, and unfair labor practices, and defends employers in state and federal court and before administrative agencies on claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and breach of contract. Prior to joining Robbins Schwartz, Tom worked as a labor relations attorney for the Cook County Health System and with the U.S. EEOC's Enforcement Unit while in law school.