Stokes Wagner Law Firm

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Fluent In Hospitality

Our industry-savvy professionals have the skills and experience to help you appropriately manage your labor and employment legal needs.

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Our clients are everywhere so our team operates from six locations to best serve your needs. And because you operate 24/7, so do we.

Hospitality News

Our legal professionals share insight on new or updated state and federal laws and how they could impact your hospitality operations. New publications are posted weekly.

Maine Enacts Pay Transparency Law

July 24, 2026

Jessica Villaescusa

Category: Legal Updates

On April 24, 2026, Maine enacted 26 MRSA § 622-A which requires Maine employers to disclose pay ranges and maintain records of emplo... Read more

The Biggest Legal Mistakes California Hospitality Employers Made This Year—and How to Avoid Them Next Year

July 16, 2026

Cinthya Rivera

Category: Legal Updates

Running a hotel or restaurant means balancing guest service and satisfaction, staffing shortages, and compliance. Below are five com... Read more

New State Laws Governing the Use of AI In Employment Decisions

July 9, 2026

Anne-Marie Mizel

Category: Legal Updates

Many employers use AI systems to do an initial screening of employment applications received for open positions, and for other purpo... Read more

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