Atty. Patrick W. Shea
Patrick Shea is an Employment Law partner based in the firm’s New York office. He represents companies in a wide range of employment-related litigation, including matters involving employee benefits, employment discrimination, wage and hour claims, and wrongful discharge.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY
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About Patrick W. Shea at a Glance
Patrick W. Shea is a employment and litigation attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. Educated at Yale University (J.D., 2008). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick W. Shea
- Patrick Shea is an Employment Law partner based in the firm’s New York office
- He represents companies in a wide range of employment-related litigation, including matters involving employee benefits, employment discrimination, wage and hour claims, and wrongful discharge
- His clients include major companies in the financial services, information technology, manufacturing, defense, and high-tech industries
- He has established a track record of successfully representing companies in high stakes jury trials, including securing defense verdicts in multi-party cases and class actions
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick W. Shea's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick W. Shea handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in New York Choose Patrick W. Shea
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick W. Shea's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Patrick W. Shea can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Patrick W. Shea attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Patrick W. Shea Handles in New York
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