| Gillian Murphy centers her practice on employment litigation and counseling. With an emphasis on the restaurant and hotel industry, Gillian has helped employers of all sizes successfully defend against a range of allegations including race discrimination, wrongful termination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment, retaliation, and wage and hour claims. Gillian also provides valuable counseling services, including helping employers navigate through the numerous leave law requirements and ensuring personnel policies and handbooks are up-to-date and effective. Selected Experience Local Restaurant Franchisee Ongoing Successfully moved the court to uphold a disputed arbitration agreement in a leave law and gender discrimination dispute. Western Peterbilt, Inc. 2009 Summary judgment granted to our client on all claims in a sexual harassment and retaliation case. Local Luxury Hotel 2007 Successfully defeated six related EEOC charges alleging race and national origin discrimination. 2006 Represented volunteer foster child advocate during a two-week bench trial that included multiple witnesses and difficult evidentiary issues. Obtained desired verdict. Additional Qualifications Professional and Community Activities
- Board Member, Seattle Works, 2010 - present
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Education J.D., Gonzaga University School of Law, 2005, summa cum laude
- Thomas More Scholar
- National Appellate Advocacy Competition Team
- Community Service Chair, Women’s Law Caucus
B.A., Human Services, Western Washington University, 2002 | |