Kyle Nelson
Kyle is an employment lawyer focusing on class-action defense, high-stakes litigation, and employment law counseling.
Kyle Nelson devises creative strategies to defeat class certification, achieve summary judgment, and position cases for resolution. He defends clients against the spectrum of class-action claims, including meal and rest break violations, off-the-clock work, rounding issues, equal pay disputes, noncompliant job postings, illegal noncompete agreements, and misclassification allegations. Kyle applies his extensive class-action experience to provide proactive counsel on wage-and-hour compliance.
Kyle also advises on day-to-day employment law advice, including policy drafting, employee discipline, noncompete agreements, Family and Medical Leave Act compliance, wage disputes, employee classification, and disability accommodations. Known for his practical approach and timely advice, Kyle collaborates closely with clients to deliver legal solutions that align with their business goals.
Additionally, Kyle represents clients in employment litigation involving discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, unfair competition, trade secret misappropriation, and breach of contract, including nondisclosure, noncompetition, and nonsolicitation agreements.
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Education & Credentials
Education
- Gonzaga University School of Law, J.D., summa cum laude, Associate Editor, Gonzaga Law Review, 2015
- Washington State University, B.A., Political Science, magna cum laude, 2011
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington
Related Employment
- Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C., Seattle, WA, Associate, 2017-2022
- Lee & Hayes, PLLC, Spokane, WA, Associate, 2015-2017; Summer Associate, 2014
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington, Richland, WA, Legal Extern for the Hon. Edward F. Shea, 2013
Professional Recognition
Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Labor and Employment Law - Management; Labor and Employment Law - Employee; Litigation - Labor and Employment, 2022-2025
Impact
Professional Leadership
- Pacific Coast Labor and Employment Law Conference Planning Committee, Member