Patrick G. DeBlasio represents employers in all aspects of employment litigation, including claims arising under:

• Title VII
• The Age Discrimination in Employment Act
• The Americans with Disabilities Act
• Other employment laws

He also has significant experience defending employers in single plaintiff and collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act; conducting wage and hour audits; handling restrictive covenants; and representing employers in proceedings before the Department of Labor and similar agencies, in state and federal court, and in arbitration.

His clients span the following industries:

• Retail
• Hospitality
• Waste management
• Corrections
• Banking

Additionally, Patrick provides general advice and counseling on employment matters and regularly speaks before industry groups and associations on employment-related topics.

Prior to joining Littler Mendelson, Patrick was a partner and litigation manager in another Miami law firm.

PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS

• Member, North Carolina State Bar
• Member, Labor and Employment Law Section - Florida Bar
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, Board of Directors - Flagler College Alumni
• Member, Hospitality Human Resources Association of Broward County (HHRABC)
• Volunteer, Special Olympics

RECOGNITION

• Named, The Best Lawyers in America, 2007-2013
• Named, America's Leading Lawyers for Business - Chambers USA