Employee vs. Independent Contractor: What You Need to Know
The distinction between employees and independent contractors is one of the most commonly misunderstood issues in employment law — and the consequences of getting it wrong can be significant for both workers and the organizations that hire them.
What Is an Independent Contractor?Independent contractors...
Congratulations To Our MS&S Super Lawyers®
Robert Mitchell: Employment/Labor
Margaret Sheahan: Employment/Labor & Top 25 Women
Jessica Slippen: Employment/Labor
Reese Mitchell: Rising Star
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Mitchell, Sheahan & Slippen, P.C. Named to 2026 “Best Law Firms List” By Best Lawyers®
MS&S is proud to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 16th edition of Best Lawyers as a "Best Law Firm." Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected purely peer-reviewed ranking system for lawyers.
Regional Rankings
New Haven
Congratulations To Our MS&S Best Lawyers in America®
Mitchell, Sheahan, & Slippen is proud to have 3 lawyers recognized by Best Lawyers® in The Best Lawyers in America (2026 Edition)
Robert B. Mitchell (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013)
Employment Law – Management
Margaret M. Sheahan (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012)
Employment Law - Individuals
Litigation - Labor and...