James Reid

About James Reid

James is a business attorney who counsels business owners, serial entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, in-house counsel, and human resources directors to make strategic business decisions, from hiring to firing, while complying with the ever changing and overlapping laws (including the ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, NLRA, and Title VII). He brings a business and proactive approach to legal matters to help employers make strategic business decisions to minimize the potential for litigation and business disruption. When litigation becomes necessary, he enforces restrictive covenants and defends employers against charges filed with the EEOC, state, and federal agencies. James regularly conducts audits and investigations into employers’ wage and hour practices and claims of discrimination and harassment. He provides training and prepares employment documents (including employee handbooks, employment agreements, and separation agreements) to cover all aspects during the life cycle of an employee. James is also a renowned keynote and national speaker at conferences and events including TEDx, the American Payroll Association, SHRM, HRCI, and HR Day.

Experience

1. Employment and Business Attorney Partner

   Honigman LLP

   Jan 2023 — Present

Education

• Michigan State University

  B.A., Political Science - Prelaw

  1998 — 2002

• Wayne State University Law School

  J.D.

  2002 — 2005

Skills

• Policy
• Trial Practice
• Public Policy
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Commercial Litigation
• Corporate Law
• Arbitration
• Legal Writing
• Litigation
• Discrimination
• Employment Contracts
• Employment Law
• Non-Compete Agreements
• Mediation
• Real Estate
• Courts
• Legal Research
• Civil Litigation