Newville PLC
Top-Rated Minnesota Employment Lawyer
Attorney Josh Newville of Newville PLC in Minneapolis, Minnesota helps those who have legal needs involving the workplace. As an experienced employment law and civil rights attorney, Josh advises employees and employers, negotiates resolutions, litigates cases, conducts investigations, and mediates disputes.
Employees and employers alike are often unaware of the rights and regulations affecting the workplace. Josh understands the issues that many employees and employers face at work and is committed to helping his clients understand the law and their options. He can answer your questions, help you make difficult choices, and provide you with strong legal support.
Josh has successfully litigated high-profile disputes and obtained favorable recoveries for his clients. His achievements include winning marriage equality in South Dakota and securing precedent-setting legal protection for Minnesota workers. He also teaches at the University of Minnesota Law School and serves as outside general counsel, officer, and board member at a multi-state manufacturing business.
What is Minnesota employment law?
Minnesota employment law is a broad subject area that includes: wrongful termination, severance, sexual harassment, workplace discrimination, hostile work environment, whistleblower protections, wage and hour regulations, medical leave, retaliation, and more.
Employment laws are complicated and often changing. Newville PLC helps bring clarity, sense, and direction to employment disputes. We advise and advocate for those who seek to be fair and honorable in the employment relationship, including: employees, employers, executives, and entrepreneurs. We practice in state and federal court in Minnesota and beyond.
What is Minnesota law regarding severance and non-compete agreements?
In Minnesota, the use of non-compete agreements was entirely banned as of July 1, 2023.
On February 21, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) delivered a decision impacting a large percentage of non-supervisory employees in the United States--including most employees in Minnesota. The decision holds that employers cannot offer severance agreements that restrict employees' rights under the National Labor Relations Act by including confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions.
Do you offer employment law consultations and severance review?
Yes. Paid consultations are appropriate for those seeking candid legal opinion about Minnesota employment law matters, for high priority and time-sensitive situations, and for those who need documents reviewed. We will engage with you to generally understand your situation and help you make an informed decision. No pressure or sales pitch. If we do not believe that you have a viable legal claim, we will help you understand our reasoning and advise you of other potential options and resources.
Do you offer free employment law case reviews?
Yes. The free Online Case Review is appropriate for those who do not wish to pay for a consultation, but still wish to know if we can help. This is an encrypted web form interview that takes approximately 5–45 minutes to complete, depending on the complexity of your situation. We will review and follow up via phone or email. This option does not include an analysis of whether or not you have a viable claim, an explanation of the law, suggested strategies, or any other form of legal advice. If you desire such things, you should schedule a paid consultation.
