Private sector labor relations are an essential part of an effective union.  The firm has a significant private sector practice, representing workers in the service industry, construction industry, agricultural industry, education, and beyond, and regularly consults with such clients to protect their membership by filing grievances and otherwise enforcing their collective bargaining agreements or their right to representation.  The firm has represented labor unions and individual workers in thousands of jury and non-jury trials, administrative trials, hearings, and arbitrations. The firm also negotiates collective bargaining agreements with employers and advises unions that conduct legislative programs to advance their organizational objectives.g