Dion Y. Kohler is a Principal in the Atlanta, Georgia, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. For more than 25 years, he has assisted employers in solving a wide range of workplace problems.
Mr. Kohler's practice is broad in scope and includes “traditional” labor matters involving labor organizations as well as the defense of employment litigation and administrative charges.
The cases Mr. Kohler handles include a variety of state and federal court claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contracts and employment related torts. He is an experienced trial lawyer and regularly handles cases before federal and state agencies, judges and juries. He is also committed to realistic case evaluation and when desirable, early case resolution through effective negotiation of a favorable settlement. When litigation cannot be avoided, he approaches cases aggressively with attention to detail and the objective of avoiding trial by obtaining dismissal or summary judgment.
Mr. Kohler is also recognized for his experience and counsel in matters related to occupational safety and health, affirmative action, employment contracts, and wage and hour matters including prevailing wage laws. He also is regularly called upon to assist employers in complying with the Family and Medical Leave Act, drug testing matters, the American with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, and other federal and state employment laws.
