Sharon R. Markowitz

Experience

Employment Litigation

Sharon defends employers against discrimination and retaliation claims, including claims brought under the Minnesota Whistleblower Act, the Minnesota Human Rights Act, and Title VII.

Sharon defends employers in cases involving both employment claims (e.g. discrimination, retaliation) and non-employment claims (e.g. fraud, breach of contract). In doing so, Sharon draws on her deep experience in complex commercial litigation.

Sharon counsels clients and has represented clients in litigation involving restrictive covenants (e.g. employee non-competition, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements).

Class Actions and Consumer-Protection Litigation

Sharon has represented many large companies in high-exposure cases brought by the Minnesota Attorney General for alleged violations of consumer-protection and public-nuisance laws.

Financial-Services Litigation

Sharon has represented over a dozen banks and mortgage lenders in multimillion dollar suits brought by large private purchasers of mortgage loans, seeking indemnification in connection with settlements they made with RMBS Trustees and government-sponsored entities.

Contract Negotiation

Sharon represents clients in contract negotiations, helping them minimize their risk through indemnity clauses, force majeure clauses, liability caps, arbitration agreements, and more.

Recognitions

Professional & Civic Activities