Wendy M. Lazerson and Katherine A. Roberts Recognized as “Top Labor & Employment Lawyers” 2026

Wendy M. Lazerson and Katherine A. Roberts have been featured by Daily Journal in its “Top Labor & Employment Lawyers” 2026 feature. The list honors California’s most influential lawyers whose recent work has made a meaningful impact on the labor and employment landscape.

Wendy litigates, arbitrates, and investigates disputes arising out of the workplace, such as allegations of sexual, racial, or other harassment; alleged ethical violations; theft of trade secrets; breach of contract and fiduciary duty; discrimination; retaliation; whistleblowing; wage and hour matters; and other matters. Clients turn to Wendy to handle their most challenging matters, regardless of venue, due to her reputation as a thoughtful, pragmatic, and strategic thinker.

Kate is the co-leader of Sidley’s Labor, Employment and Immigration practice. Her experience extends to all aspects of employment litigation, counseling, investigations, and traditional labor. She routinely handles wage and hour class and collective actions including claims under the California Private Attorney General Act, as well as high-stakes employment matters, board-level investigations and negotiation and administration of complex collective bargaining agreements.