Skadden is pleased to welcome Steven J. Porzio to the firm as a partner in our Labor and Employment Law Group in New York.
Mr. Porzio focuses his practice on traditional labor matters, advising both unionized and non-unionized employers. He is a respected labor strategist and negotiator as well as an accomplished litigator. Mr. Porzio joins Skadden with extensive experience advising numerous employers in different fields, including health care, higher education, sports and entertainment, retail, real estate, and construction and manufacturing.
“We are thrilled to welcome Steve to the firm,” said Skadden Executive Partner Jeremy London. “His ability to navigate complex and sensitive matters and provide insightful counsel will be a tremendous benefit to our clients in this continually evolving work environment.”
“Steve’s impressive ability to advise employers on complicated labor management issues, negotiate collective bargaining agreements and litigate complex labor disputes will provide immense value to our clients,” said David Schwartz, global head of Skadden’s Labor and Employment Law Group. “We look forward to the significant contributions Steve will make to our practice.”
“Skadden’s labor and employment law practice is dedicated to helping employers navigate high-stakes workplace legal issues and address growing challenges across a highly dynamic legal and social context,” said Mr. Porzio. “I’m excited to work closely with my new colleagues to help our clients develop and implement effective solutions that reflect their unique business needs and goals.”
Prior to joining Skadden, Mr. Porzio was a partner at another global law firm, where he advised clients on a full range of labor relations matters, including frequently representing them before the National Labor Relations Board. Mr. Porzio received his J.D. cum laude from Syracuse University College of Law and his B.A. cum laude from Marist College. He is repeatedly recognized by The Legal 500 for his labor management relations work.
