Daniel R. Strader

Dan Strader is a skilled employment litigator with an active litigation practice defending employers in both state and federal courts in Maine and Massachusetts. He represents employers in a wide variety of employment matters, including discrimination claims, whistleblower claims, wage and hour litigation, contract disputes, and enforcement of restrictive covenants.

Dan’s approach to litigation is zealous but practical, with a focus on mounting an aggressive defense while looking for strategic opportunities to resolve cases when doing so is consistent with the client’s goals. This approach has resulted in many favorable judgments for Dan’s clients in federal and state court lawsuits and administrative agency proceedings.

Dan also has experience with the unique challenges facing employers with unionized workforces, and he regularly assists clients with labor negotiations, managing union elections, and representing employers in unfair labor practice charges and other proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board.

When not in the courtroom, Dan partners with clients to help guide them in complying with the latest legal developments impacting their workforce. He regularly counsels clients on compliance with state and federal employment laws such as Title VII, the Maine Human Rights Act, and the ADA, FLSA, FMLA, and ADEA.

Dan’s breadth of litigation experience provides a unique strategic and practical perspective into the challenges and pitfalls facing employers when managing difficult employee situations. In addition to providing everyday advice and counsel on a wide range of employment topics, Dan works with clients on reviewing and drafting employment contracts, compensation plans, severance agreements, and contracts to protect their confidential information and trade secrets, as well as auditing and updating clients’ employment policies and practices.