Stradley Ronon Strengthens Employment Practice with Addition of Partner Kaitlyn Grajek

Stradley Ronon has strengthened its employment practice with the addition of Kaitlyn Grajek as a partner in the firm's Newark and New York offices. Grajek arrives from Freeman Mathis & Gary, where she served as a leader of the Northeast Employment practice team. Her appointment represents a strategic enhancement to the firm's ability to provide comprehensive employment law services to clients nationwide.

Grajek brings significant expertise in providing strategic guidance to clients on complex employment law issues and defending employers in a broad range of cases in courts and administrative proceedings. Her practice encompasses representation of employers across multiple industries in matters involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment, medical leave claims, wage and hour claims, whistleblower actions, and professional liability. This diverse experience positions her to address the evolving challenges facing employers in today's complex regulatory environment.

Melanie Ronen, partner and chair of the firm's employment practice, emphasized the value Grajek brings to the firm's clients. Grajek combines proactive counseling and vigorous defense to guide employers through complex workplace challenges. Ronen noted that Grajek will be a key member of the firm's bi-coastal practice in supporting clients' employment-related legal needs, reflecting the firm's commitment to providing comprehensive legal services across geographic boundaries.

Grajek's expertise extends to handling restrictive covenant disputes, including the enforcement and defense of non-compete, non-solicitation and confidentiality agreements. She also assists clients with the drafting and review of non-compete and related agreements, providing crucial support for businesses seeking to protect their intellectual property and competitive interests. Additionally, she counsels employers on workplace best practices, including workplace policies, compliance and risk mitigation strategies that help organizations navigate increasingly complex employment regulations.

The addition of Grajek to Stradley Ronon's team comes at a time when employers face growing challenges in employment law compliance and litigation. Her experience in defending against various employment claims provides valuable protection for businesses operating in today's litigious environment. The firm's enhanced capabilities through this hiring strengthen its position to serve clients facing employment-related legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Grajek expressed enthusiasm about joining Stradley Ronon's national platform and collaborating with the firm's talented team. She highlighted the rewarding nature of guiding clients through high-stakes matters and earning their trust, while looking forward to contributing to the firm's continued growth and success. This strategic hire demonstrates Stradley Ronon's commitment to expanding its employment law practice and providing clients with access to top-tier legal talent capable of addressing complex workplace challenges. Counseling clients since 1926, Stradley Ronon has helped private and public companies achieve their goals by providing pragmatic, value-driven legal counsel. With offices coast to coast, the firm's lawyers address the full spectrum of clients' needs, ranging from sophisticated corporate transactions to complex commercial litigation. More information about the firm's services can be found at https://www.stradley.com.