Workplace Rights: Fair Pay and Fair Treatment

At Barton Mendez Soto, our employment law practice is driven by a singular focus on equity and justice. We believe that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, especially in the workplace. Our founders established this firm to stand against powerful, monied interests and advocate for those who have been historically marginalized and exploited.

The power imbalance between a large employer and a single employee can have a serious, negative impact on your life. We are here to balance that scale. By meticulously analyzing your unique situation, we hold employers accountable for unreasonable or illegal actions that harm their workers.

We protect and expand the rights of working Arizonans, focusing on two key pillars of workplace equity:

Fair Treatment (Anti-Discrimination and Protected Rights): We provide court representation to workers, unions, and advocacy groups to protect against discrimination, harassment, and other infringements on their rights and freedoms. This covers cases involving discrimination or wrongful termination based on age, gender, race, ethnicity, or disability, as well as violations of Constitutional Rights and Retaliation.

Fair Pay (Wage and Leave Compliance): We handle matters concerning wage and hour violations and Sick Time Violations, ensuring workers receive the compensation and benefits they are legally entitled to.

We will support you through every stage of the legal process, from identifying the best course of action to fighting for your rights in negotiations or in court.

We also partner with activists and advocacy organizations that share our vision for justice. As these groups grow from informal collectives into established non-profit corporations, they face the unique challenge of becoming the just and equitable employers they strive to see in the world. We provide them with the legal guidance and support they need to navigate complex employment laws, ensuring their internal practices align with their external mission. By helping these organizations build strong, fair workplaces, we help them expand their own positive impact on society.

Our commitment is to protect and expand individual rights and to fight for a more equitable world. We are free from conflicts that might prevent others from taking on difficult cases, and we are eager to pursue causes others avoid. If you've been harmed by an employer's actions—or inaction—in Arizona, we are ready to advocate fiercely for you.