Xiaochen Chen

Exceptional guidance through a complex workplace investigation

Our company faced a highly sensitive internal investigation involving allegations of harassment and retaliation. The situation was volatile, with potential for significant legal exposure and damage to our culture. We engaged Xiaochen Chen at Davis Wright Tremaine based on her Best Lawyers recognition in Labor and Employment Law - Management. From our first consultation in her San Diego office, Xiaochen demonstrated a masterful command of both the legal intricacies and the human elements at play. Her strategy was not just about legal defense, but about guiding us toward a fair, thorough, and defensible resolution. She meticulously advised our HR team on every step of the investigative process, ensuring we complied with California's stringent employment laws while protecting the company's interests. Her dual expertise in management-side counseling and litigation was invaluable; she prepared us as if the matter would go to court, which ultimately gave us tremendous leverage. The matter was resolved confidentially and favorably, avoiding litigation entirely. Xiaochen is a brilliant strategist who is pragmatic, calm under pressure, and communicates with crystal clarity. We cannot recommend her highly enough for any complex employment issue.