Stokes Wagner Law Firm

Who We Are

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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Being Present is Step One

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.

Will The California PERB Be Coming After Private Employers?

April 6, 2026

Eugene Long

Category: Legal Updates

As a California employer in the private sector, you may be unaware of the Public Employees Relations Board, known as the PERB. Hist... Read more

Illinois Supreme Court Declares That Pre- and Post-Work Activities Are Compensable

March 27, 2026

Eugene Long

Category: Legal Updates

A recent Illinois Supreme Court decision has contradicted years of federal case law by confirming that, unlike federal law, the Illi... Read more

Reshaping Independent Contractor Status (Again)

March 26, 2026

Anne-Marie Mizel

Category: Legal Updates

Employees generally enjoy more legal protections than independent contractors in many contexts, including under the Fair Labor Stand... Read more

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