Bailey K.Bifoss
Partner
Labor & Employment
bbifoss@seyfarth.com
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to employment law, and not all clients have the same goals. Bailey works closely with her clients to identify and get to the “win” in each matter.
More About Bailey
Bailey is a partner in Seyfarth’s San Francisco office, focusing on the handling and managing of complex representative and class action matters under California law, including wage and hour class actions and cases under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Bailey also defends single-plaintiff litigation and agency proceedings, and collaborates with clients on practical solutions to avoid litigation and increase employment compliance. Bailey serves organizations in all sectors, including retail, manufacturing and distribution, and transportation, with a particular focus on the health care industry.
A true switch-hitter, Bailey’s experience on both sides of the plate give her a unique perspective. Her counseling practice keeps her up-to-date on best practices, and ensures that clients facing class, representative, or individual wage and hour litigation are always getting the most cutting-edge defense. Her litigation experience informs a realistic view of what practices are most likely to increase an employer’s litigation risk, and enables her to help clients identify, prioritize, and implement fixes.
Bailey develops close relationships with her clients, providing practical advice that often allows employers to identify issues before they have an opportunity to turn into litigation. However, when litigation appears inevitable, Bailey’s clients know that they have a trusted and reliable resource on their side. In litigation and counseling, Bailey knows that there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and a “win” looks different to every client. Her approach is client-centered, ensuring that employers are involved in the development and implementation of strategy at every stage.
A true switch-hitter, Bailey’s experience on both sides of the plate give her a unique perspective. Her counseling practice keeps her up-to-date on best practices, and ensures that clients facing class, representative, or individual wage and hour litigation are always getting the most cutting-edge defense. Her litigation experience informs a realistic view of what practices are most likely to increase an employer’s litigation risk, and enables her to help clients identify, prioritize, and implement fixes.
Bailey develops close relationships with her clients, providing practical advice that often allows employers to identify issues before they have an opportunity to turn into litigation. However, when litigation appears inevitable, Bailey’s clients know that they have a trusted and reliable resource on their side. In litigation and counseling, Bailey knows that there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and a “win” looks different to every client. Her approach is client-centered, ensuring that employers are involved in the development and implementation of strategy at every stage.
- JD, Golden Gate University School of Law
Top 10%
Golden Gate University Law Review (writer 2009-2010; executive outside articles editor 2010-2011) - BSW, Central Michigan University
- California
- New York
- US District Court, Central District of California
- US District Court, Eastern District of California
- US District Court, Northern District of California
- California Supreme Court
- California Courts of Appeal
- California Superior Court
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Podcast
Nov 7, 2024
Health Care Beat Episode 47 – The Intersection of Joint Employment and Health Care: Insights for Stakeholders in California
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03/28/2024
Bailey Bifoss Discusses California Worker Pay Beyond Scheduled Shifts Ruling in Bloomberg Law
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Webinar Recording
Mar 19, 2024
Webinar Recording: Litigating California Wage Hour Class & PAGA Actions
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Blog Post
Mar 5, 2024
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- Co-Editors, Litigating CA Wage & Hour Class and PAGA Actions, Seyfarth Shaw LLP, 23rd Edition (2024)
- Co-Author, "California Makes History (Again) Passing First State-Wide Healthcare Worker Minimum Wage Standard," California Health Law News (Fall Issue 2023)
- Co-Author, "Uber Hits California Court Speedbump in Labor Case," Corporate Compliance Insights, (July 24, 2023)
- Co-Author, "PAGA Plaintiffs Can Still Pursue Representative Claims Despite Individual Arbitration," Legal Update, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (July 17, 2023)
- "Mid-year Update" Seyfarth Shaw LLP, National Wage and Hour Litigation Practice Group Meeting (September 25, 2024)
- Co-Presenter, "Time Well Spent Session 7: Compensable Work Time," Webinar, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (July 11, 2024)
- Co-Presenter, "Best Practices: Pay Practices Assessments," National Wage and Hour Litigation Practice Group Meeting, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (April 19, 2023)
- Longtime volunteer with various harm reduction organizations in San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood (2009-present)
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to employment law, and not all clients have the same goals. Bailey works closely with her clients to identify and get to the “win” in each matter.
More About Bailey
Bailey is a partner in Seyfarth’s San Francisco office, focusing on the handling and managing of complex representative and class action matters under California law, including wage and hour class actions and cases under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Bailey also defends single-plaintiff litigation and agency proceedings, and collaborates with clients on practical solutions to avoid litigation and increase employment compliance. Bailey serves organizations in all sectors, including retail, manufacturing and distribution, and transportation, with a particular focus on the health care industry.
A true switch-hitter, Bailey’s experience on both sides of the plate give her a unique perspective. Her counseling practice keeps her up-to-date on best practices, and ensures that clients facing class, representative, or individual wage and hour litigation are always getting the most cutting-edge defense. Her litigation experience informs a realistic view of what practices are most likely to increase an employer’s litigation risk, and enables her to help clients identify, prioritize, and implement fixes.
Bailey develops close relationships with her clients, providing practical advice that often allows employers to identify issues before they have an opportunity to turn into litigation. However, when litigation appears inevitable, Bailey’s clients know that they have a trusted and reliable resource on their side. In litigation and counseling, Bailey knows that there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and a “win” looks different to every client. Her approach is client-centered, ensuring that employers are involved in the development and implementation of strategy at every stage.
A true switch-hitter, Bailey’s experience on both sides of the plate give her a unique perspective. Her counseling practice keeps her up-to-date on best practices, and ensures that clients facing class, representative, or individual wage and hour litigation are always getting the most cutting-edge defense. Her litigation experience informs a realistic view of what practices are most likely to increase an employer’s litigation risk, and enables her to help clients identify, prioritize, and implement fixes.
Bailey develops close relationships with her clients, providing practical advice that often allows employers to identify issues before they have an opportunity to turn into litigation. However, when litigation appears inevitable, Bailey’s clients know that they have a trusted and reliable resource on their side. In litigation and counseling, Bailey knows that there is no one-size-fits-all approach, and a “win” looks different to every client. Her approach is client-centered, ensuring that employers are involved in the development and implementation of strategy at every stage.
- JD, Golden Gate University School of Law
Top 10%
Golden Gate University Law Review (writer 2009-2010; executive outside articles editor 2010-2011) - BSW, Central Michigan University
- California
- New York
- US District Court, Central District of California
- US District Court, Eastern District of California
- US District Court, Northern District of California
- California Supreme Court
- California Courts of Appeal
- California Superior Court
Related Services
Related Trends
Related News & Insights
-
Podcast
Nov 7, 2024
Health Care Beat Episode 47 – The Intersection of Joint Employment and Health Care: Insights for Stakeholders in California
-
Media Mentions
03/28/2024
Bailey Bifoss Discusses California Worker Pay Beyond Scheduled Shifts Ruling in Bloomberg Law
-
Webinar Recording
Mar 19, 2024
Webinar Recording: Litigating California Wage Hour Class & PAGA Actions
-
Blog Post
Mar 5, 2024
Webinar: Litigating California Wage Hour Class & PAGA Actions
- Co-Editors, Litigating CA Wage & Hour Class and PAGA Actions, Seyfarth Shaw LLP, 23rd Edition (2024)
- Co-Author, "California Makes History (Again) Passing First State-Wide Healthcare Worker Minimum Wage Standard," California Health Law News (Fall Issue 2023)
- Co-Author, "Uber Hits California Court Speedbump in Labor Case," Corporate Compliance Insights, (July 24, 2023)
- Co-Author, "PAGA Plaintiffs Can Still Pursue Representative Claims Despite Individual Arbitration," Legal Update, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (July 17, 2023)
- "Mid-year Update" Seyfarth Shaw LLP, National Wage and Hour Litigation Practice Group Meeting (September 25, 2024)
- Co-Presenter, "Time Well Spent Session 7: Compensable Work Time," Webinar, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (July 11, 2024)
- Co-Presenter, "Best Practices: Pay Practices Assessments," National Wage and Hour Litigation Practice Group Meeting, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (April 19, 2023)
- Longtime volunteer with various harm reduction organizations in San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood (2009-present)