Melissa L. Shingles

Melissa Shingles partners with employers of all sizes to navigate and litigate complex labor and employment challenges and manage workforce risk. She represents and counsels management in all aspects and stages of employment litigation, arbitration, and mediation as well as in traditional labor law matters. As co-chair of Littler’s Hospitality Practice Group, Melissa collaborates with colleagues nationwide to develop industry-specific legal strategies and client resources that address the unique labor and employment challenges faced by hotels, resorts, restaurants, and gaming and other entertainment venues. 

Clients value Melissa’s ability to translate complex employment laws into practical guidance that supports sound decision making and keeps organizations focused on their business objectives. She has substantial experience working with employers in hospitality, retail, and other service-driven industries where workforce flexibility, regulatory compliance, and real time decision making are critical. 

Melissa regularly handles matters involving:

• The National Labor Relations Act
• Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
• The Americans with Disabilities Act
• The Age Discrimination in Employment Act
• The Arizona Civil Rights Act
• The Family and Medical Leave Act
• The Fair Labor Standards Act
• Discrimination and harassment
• Retaliation/whistleblowing
• Wrongful discharge
• Wage and hour class compliance, audits, and defense including class and collective actions
• Unfair competition, trade secrets, and restrictive covenants
• Day-to-day counseling on employee relations, performance management, and terminations

During law school, Melissa was president of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society of the University of Arizona Rogers College of Law. She also interned in the Labor Relations Department of the Office of the Commissioner of Major League Baseball as well as for the general counsel’s office of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Prior to entering the field of law, Melissa served as a sports facility consultant, advising cities, teams, and potential ownership groups on the development of professional ballparks, stadiums, and arenas. Melissa also served as a general real estate development consultant, advising on large-scale mixed-use development projects.