Davis Wright Tremaine (DWT) has welcomed Ben Gipson as a partner in its national employment services team in Los Angeles. He is the fifth lateral partner to join the California employment group in the past 18 months.
With over 20 years of litigation and class action experience, most recently at DLA Piper, Gipson advises clients in the technology, media, sports, and entertainment sectors, particularly on employment issues related to mergers and acquisitions. He defends employers against claims such as wage and hour disputes, harassment, wrongful termination, and discrimination, and has represented clients before state and federal agencies.
Gipson has a strong commitment to pro bono work, helping West Coast non-profits with employment law compliance. He holds a B.A. from Claremont McKenna College and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center.
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“California continues to be an epicenter for employment law action and statutory change. I’m delighted to bring on such a seasoned litigator and counselor to help our clients navigate these workforce issues that are so critical to their success.”
Laura Sack, co-chair of DWT’s employment services group
“Ben’s considerable experience with clients in the tech, entertainment, and media industries is well aligned with our firm’s strategic focus on those industry verticals. And his affinity for deal work will support the growth in transactional matters that our firm is handling for clients in California.”
Practice co-chair Mark Berry
“In addition to his substantive excellence, Ben is a great fit for us from a values standpoint. He is a client-first, firm-first, colleagues-first type of senior lawyer, who takes seriously the responsibility to mentor, train and develop others, and to deliver top-notch client service. He also places high value on providing pro bono services and on cultivating an inclusive and respectful work environment. I really look forward to his contributions to our firm culture.”
Julie Capell, Los Angeles partner-in-charge
“I’m thrilled to join the outstanding group at DWT. The firm has a smart strategic plan in California and a platform that supports growth and collaboration. They also uphold strong values along the way. I am eager to bring my clients the benefits of this forward-thinking firm.”
Ben Gipson
