Candice T. Zee

Candice Zee helps her clients manage the complex terrain of labor and employment law. Responsive, collaborative and practical, she partners closely with HR and management to resolve a wide range of workplace issues, from labor disputes to complex employment litigation.

With extensive experience in both employment litigation and traditional labor law, Candice defends employers against claims of harassment, wrongful termination, discrimination and retaliation. She also negotiates collective bargaining agreements with unions and advises clients on unfair labor practice charges and provides union avoidance training.

Whether representing non-profit hospitals, fast food franchises, or retail employers, Candice brings a common-sense, cost-effective approach to litigation and takes pride in helping employers minimize liability during settlements. Clients rely on her to handle emotionally-charged cases with poise and precision, helping them identify practical solutions to difficult employment challenges.

Experience

• Defended Adventist Health Hanford in a lawsuit alleging age, race, disability discrimination and whistleblower retaliation. Obtained summary judgment, which was affirmed on appeal, on all claims by proving the termination was justified due to HIPAA violations.
• Represented a non-profit hospital in arbitration against claims of age and disability discrimination. Secured a complete victory through summary judgment in arbitration and successfully confirmed the award in civil court.
• Defended a manufacturing client in a labor arbitration involving the termination of a 13-year employee for drinking on-the- job. The termination was upheld by an arbitrator, who ruled in favor of the employer after finding just cause.