Kelsey E. Stegall is a trusted advocate and advisor for employers, delivering strategic counsel and strong defense in complex labor and employment matters. She partners with businesses to navigate high-stakes disputes and compliance challenges, including:
- Employment litigation involving discrimination, harassment, and retaliation under Title VII, ADA, ADEA, Equal Pay Act, and FMLA
- Enforcement and defense of noncompete, nonsolicitation, and nondisclosure agreements, as well as trade secret and contract disputes
- Department of Labor audits and investigations related to wage and hour compliance and FMLA
- Conducting internal investigations into workplace complaints and compliance issues
- Class and collective action defense in wage and hour, misclassification, and background check litigation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act
- Multidistrict litigation involving business torts, unfair competition, and complex contract issues
Proven Results:
Kelsey delivers measurable outcomes in high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters, protecting employers’ interests and advancing business objectives. Her track record includes:
- Federal trial victories, including complete defense verdicts for national employers
- Ninth Circuit wins, including successful defense against alleged statutory violations and harassment/discrimination claims
- Summary judgment and motion to dismiss victories in high-value cases
- Preliminary injunctions protecting client interests in noncompete disputes
- Favorable settlements and fee awards through aggressive litigation strategies
She has represented employers before federal and state courts, the Ninth Circuit, Nevada Supreme Court, EEOC, NLRB, Department of Labor, and other regulatory agencies.
Beyond litigation, Kelsey helps employers stay ahead of risk by drafting and reviewing employment agreements, handbooks, and policies, and advising on investigations, terminations, and disability accommodations. She regularly speaks and writes on emerging employment law trends to keep clients informed and prepared.
Prior to joining Littler, Kelsey clerked for two years in federal court for the Hon. Chief Judge Gloria M. Navarro of the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada. In law school, Kelsey served as vice president of UNLV’s exclusive moot court team, the Society of Advocates, and as notes editor of the Gaming Law Journal.
