Robert Wenzel is a partner in the Cerritos office of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo and is the supervising partner of the firm's employment and labor practice group. He represents a diverse clientele which includes health care providers, residential construction, manufacturing concerns, restaurant and hotel, retail, food processing companies, as well as temporary employment and other service firms. He focuses on employment law and defense of management in personnel and labor relations matters, such as sexual harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage and hour issues. He handles employment litigation, advises clients in drafting contracts and agreements, and assists in general human resources matters.

Mr. Wenzel formerly served as Vice President and General Counsel for American West Directory, and Human Resources Manager and Legal Counsel for the Western Region of GTE Directories Corp. He is a member of the State Bar of California, a past President of PIHRA, Professionals in Human Resources Association, and has served on the Board of Directors of the Employer's Group. He has served as Chairman of the Orange County Chapter of the American Red Cross.

Mr. Wenzel is a well-known speaker to various organizations around the country on labor and employment issues. He has conducted hundreds of training sessions, briefings and seminars and lectured at numerous conventions. He was also awarded the Excellence in Human Resources Award and the President's Award by the Professionals in Human Resources Association.

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