Gainesville Employment Lawyer | For Employees & Employers

Sophisticated Legal Counsel for Every Side of the Workplace

Workplace disputes are more than just business—they are personal, complex, and carry high stakes for everyone involved. At Massey & Duffy, PLLC, we provide elite legal representation for both employees seeking justice and employers needing proactive counsel. Led by attorney Michael O. Massey, our firm leverages decades of experience to navigate the most challenging employment law matters with strategic precision.

For Employees: Protecting Your Rights & Career

If you have been treated unfairly at work, you have the right to fight back. We are powerful advocates for workers who have faced illegal conduct and are committed to securing the justice and compensation you deserve.

We handle cases involving:

  • Wrongful Termination & Retaliation

  • Discrimination (Race, Gender, Age, Disability, etc.)

  • Sexual Harassment

  • Unpaid Wages & Overtime Disputes

  • Unfair Performance Reviews & Discipline

  • Severance Agreement Negotiation

For Employers: Protecting Your Business & Mitigating Risk

Proactive legal guidance is the best defense against costly litigation. We partner with businesses to manage risk, ensure compliance, and vigorously defend your interests when disputes arise.

We provide counsel on:

  • Litigation Defense

  • Policy & Handbook Development

  • Compliance with FMLA, ADA, and FLSA

  • Internal Investigations

  • Employee Discipline & Termination

  • Employment & Severance Agreements

The Massey & Duffy Advantage: Why Our Dual Perspective Matters

Representing both employees and employers gives our clients a profound strategic advantage. We don't just know the law; we know the other side's playbook because we have helped write it.

1. A 360-Degree View of Employment Law
Our experience on both sides of the table allows us to anticipate legal strategies, identify weaknesses in the opposition's case, and negotiate from a position of comprehensive knowledge.

2. Elite Legal Acumen for Complex Cases
Graduating with High Honors from the University of Florida College of Law and serving as a law review editor, Michael Massey has the intellectual rigor to dissect the most complex employment disputes and build airtight legal arguments.

3. Federal Court Insight
As a former judicial clerk for a Chief Judge in the U.S. District Court, Michael gained a rare insider's perspective on how federal judges analyze employment cases. He knows how to present a case to be persuasive to the ultimate decision-maker.

4. Unmatched Financial & Business Sophistication
With an advanced law degree (LL.M.) in Taxation and as a former Senior Tax Consultant at Deloitte, Michael brings a level of financial expertise that is invaluable—whether calculating an employee's full damages or advising a business on complex compensation and compliance issues.

Strategic Guidance for Your Workplace Challenge

Whether you are an employee facing injustice or a business leader navigating complex regulations, you need a law firm with the experience and sophistication to protect your interests. Contact Massey & Duffy, PLLC today to discuss your employment law needs.