Overview

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete offers a wider lens on workplace law.

We are a national labor and employment law firm of wonderfully diverse, talented individuals. We are down-to-earth yet passionate people who represent only management. Through impeccable and consistent legal service, we strive to obtain the highest levels of success for our clients – success as our clients define it. We empower our lawyers and sustain a culture of trust, respect, and support for lawyers and staff alike. We appreciate the importance of being on the cutting edge of our profession and seek innovation in all areas of our business. Constangy is a place where new ideas and solutions to challenges are encouraged, because we recognize how this enhances our performance and optimizes value for those we serve.

We have counseled employers exclusively since 1946. With nearly 200 attorneys and offices in 17 states, we are one of the largest labor and employment law practices in the U.S. In addition to national Tier 1 rankings from U.S. News & World Report/Best Law Firms, Constangy has been named as top firm for women and minorities by organizations including Law360, The National Law Journal and Vault.com.

Find out more about us online at www.constangy.com or follow us on twitter @ConstangyLaw.

Founded:
1946
Size:
231
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Practice Areas:
8
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
68

Rankings

National

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National Ranking
Labor Law - Management
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National Ranking
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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National Ranking
Employment Law - Management
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3
National Ranking
Immigration Law

Regional

Asheville

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1
Asheville
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Atlanta

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1
Atlanta
Employment Law - Management
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1
Atlanta
Labor Law - Management
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1
Atlanta
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
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2
Atlanta
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Birmingham

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1
Birmingham
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Select Clients

Our clients include 60+ Fortune 500 companies

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Labor Law - Management
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1
National Ranking
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
National Ranking
Employment Law - Management
Tier
3
National Ranking
Immigration Law

Regional

Asheville

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1
Asheville
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Atlanta

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1
Atlanta
Employment Law - Management
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1
Atlanta
Labor Law - Management
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1
Atlanta
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
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2
Atlanta
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Birmingham

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1
Birmingham
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
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1
Birmingham
Employment Law - Management
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1
Birmingham
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Birmingham
Labor Law - Management
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2
Birmingham
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Boston

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1
Boston
Employment Law - Management
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1
Boston
Labor Law - Management
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1
Boston
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Boston
Immigration Law

Chicago

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2
Chicago
Employment Law - Management

Colorado

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Colorado
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Colorado
Employment Law - Management
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Colorado
Immigration Law

Columbia-SC

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Columbia-SC
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Columbia-SC
Employment Law - Management
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3
Columbia-SC
Labor Law - Management

Dallas/Fort Worth

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1
Dallas/Fort Worth
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Dallas/Fort Worth
Employment Law - Management

Indianapolis

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1
Indianapolis
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Jacksonville

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1
Jacksonville
Employment Law - Management
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1
Jacksonville
Labor Law - Management
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1
Jacksonville
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Kansas City-MO

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1
Kansas City-MO
Employment Law - Management
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1
Kansas City-MO
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Los Angeles

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1
Los Angeles
Employment Law - Management
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1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Minneapolis

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2
Minneapolis
Employment Law - Management

Nashville

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1
Nashville
Employment Law - Management
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1
Nashville
Labor Law - Management
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1
Nashville
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Nashville
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

New Jersey

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2
New Jersey
Employment Law - Management
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3
New Jersey
Litigation - Labor and Employment

New York City

Tier
3
New York City
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Rochester-NY

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3
Rochester-NY
Litigation - Labor and Employment

San Francisco

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1
San Francisco
Employment Law - Management
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2
San Francisco
Litigation - Labor and Employment

St. Louis

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1
St. Louis
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
St. Louis
Employment Law - Management

Tampa

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1
Tampa
Employment Law - Individuals
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1
Tampa
Employment Law - Management
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1
Tampa
Labor Law - Management
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1
Tampa
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Tampa
Commercial Litigation

Triad

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1
Triad
Employment Law - Management
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Triad
Labor Law - Management
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1
Triad
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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Triad
Mediation
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2
Triad
Immigration Law
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Triad
Arbitration

Washington, D.C.

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1
Washington, D.C.
Employment Law - Management
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Washington, D.C.
Litigation - Labor and Employment
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2
Washington, D.C.
Labor Law - Management

Practice Areas

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 11 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Arbitration
  • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Immigration Law
  • Labor Law - Management
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Trade Secrets Law
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP proudly has 68 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Awards

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Exceptional Service Award presented by the Georgia Diversity Program of the State Bar of Georgia
BTI Consulting: Client Service A-Team honor roll (2019) Litigation Outlook honor roll (2019), Brand Elite honor roll (2019)
Legal 500: 2018 Top firm for labor & employment defense
Vault.com Survey: #1 diversity for minorities (2020), #2 – diversity for women (2020), #3 – overall diversity (2020), #4 – diversity for individuals with disabilities (2020), #10 – associate/partner relations (2020)
National Law Journal Women’s Scorecard: Women’s Scorecard - top 5 firms for women attorneys (2016-2019)
Law360 “Ceiling Smashers” – Top 10 midsize firm for women partners (2018, 2019), #1 firm for women attorneys (2019)
Working Mother Magazine: 60 Best Law Firms for Women (2018, 2019)
The American Lawyer Diversity Scorecard: Top 5 for African-American attorneys (2016-2019), Top 50 firms for minorities (2017-2019)
Martindale AV Preeminent - 40% of firm partners rated AV Preeminent® (2019)

Offices & Contacts

Atlanta, GA
230 Peachtree Street, NW, Suite 2400
Atlanta, GA 30303-1557
United States
Birmingham, AL
Two Chase Corporate Drive, Suite 30
Birmingham, AL 35244
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Costa Mesa, CA
Escondido, CA
500 La Terraza Boulevard, Suite 150
Escondido, CA 92025
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Laguna Hills, CA
Carlota Plaza, #600
23046 Avenida De La Carlota
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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Los Angeles, CA
2029 Century Park East, Suite 1100
Los Angeles, CA 90067
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San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Denver, CO
Washington, DC
1015 15th Street NW
6th Floor
Washington, DC 20005
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Jacksonville, FL
200 West Forsyth Street, Suite 1700
Jacksonville, FL 32202-4317
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Port St. Lucie, FL
1860 Southwest Fountainview Boulevard, Suite 100
Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
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Tampa, FL
100 North Tampa Street, Suite 2650
Tampa, FL 33602-5832
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Macon, GA
3920 Arkwright Rd, Ste 375
Macon, GA 31201-8588
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Chicago, IL
Indianapolis, IN
201 North Illinois Street
16th Floor – South Tower
Indianapolis, IN 46204
United States
Boston, MA
Baltimore, MD
145 West Ostend Street
Suite 600
Baltimore, MD 21230
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Minneapolis, MN
225 South Sixth Street, Suite 1830
Minneapolis, MN 55402-4601
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Kansas City, MO
1201 Walnut Street Suite 2350
Kansas City, MO 64108-4600
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St. Louis, MO
Asheville, NC
Raleigh, NC
8470 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 202
Raleigh, NC 27615
United States
Winston-Salem, NC
One West 4th Street, Suite 850
Winston-Salem, NC 27101-4016
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Lawrenceville, NJ
Warren, NJ
15 Independence Boulevard, Suite 420
Warren, NJ 07059
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Brooklyn, NY
Penfield, NY
Rochester, NY
100 South Clinton Avenue, Suite 1620
Innovation Square
Rochester, NY 14604
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Lake Oswego, OR
4800 SW Meadows Road
Suite 300
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
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Philadelphia, PA
1650 Market Street
Suite 3600
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Columbia, SC
1301 Gervais Street, Suite 1020
Columbia, SC 29201-3326
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Brentwood, TN
750 Old Hickory Boulevard, Suite 260-2
Brentwood, TN 37027
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Austin, TX
Building Three, Suite 3350
8911 North Capital of Texas Highway
Austin, TX 78759
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Dallas, TX
Fairfax, VA
12500 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 300
Fairfax, VA 22033
United States
Seattle, WA
600 Stewart Street
Suites 300 & 400
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
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