Ryan Gehbauer has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Firm’s Labor & Employment group in Dallas, the international law firm announced today.

Ryan handles matters arising from all aspects of the employment relationship, including wage and hour issues, hiring disputes, background checks, and restrictive covenants. He advises clients on employee terminations and workforce reductions; leaves of absence; workplace investigation and policies; workplace safety and OSHA claims; and complaints involving discrimination, retaliation, and harassment. Ryan also advises clients on the full spectrum of employment issues tied to workplace-altering events such as mergers and acquisitions. In addition, Ryan represents clients in federal, state, and appellate courts as well as in arbitrations, mediations, and government agency proceedings.

Ryan comes to Dorsey from Thompson Coburn LLP, where he was a partner. Ryan received his J.D. from University of Wisconsin Law School and his B.S. from the University of Kansas.

“Ryan is a great addition to our Labor & Employment team and growing Dallas office,” said Jack Sullivan, Labor and Employment Practice Group Leader for Dorsey. “He is committed to working closely with clients to find efficient and practical solutions to their employment law problems, while always considering the client’s values and business goals.”

“Dorsey boasts a top-tier national Labor & Employment practice,” said Ryan Gehbauer. “I am thrilled to join such a distinguished team and look forward to delivering exceptional results for our clients.”