Education
- Masters of Labor Law (LL.M.), with honors – Wayne State University School of Law
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) – Wayne State University School of Law
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Sociology, with honors – University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
State Bar Admissions
Licensed to Practice In
- State Courts in Michigan and Illinois
- Michigan State Appellate Courts
- Michigan and Illinois Supreme Court
- Eastern District of Michigan
- Western District of Michigan
- Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
- United States Supreme Court
Patricia Nemeth

Practice Overview
An attorney since 1984, Ms. Nemeth specializes in the labor and employment arena as an arbitrator, mediator, investigator, litigator, consultant, and negotiator. Her areas of expertise include, but are not limited to investigations, religious, ethnic, and gender discrimination, workplace sex, race, ethnic harassment, wrongful discharge, union organizing activities and multi-party lawsuits. Industries served include healthcare, nursing homes, retail, manufacturing, gaming, insurance, and government entities. Ms. Nemeth serves as a certified mediator for all types of civil litigation matters, including employment. She also serves as an employment arbitrator and commercial arbitrator.
Arbitration/Mediation/Investigation
- American Arbitration Association; Certified Arbitrator (Employment)
- American Arbitration Association; Certified Arbitrator (Commercial)
- American Arbitration Association; Certified Mediator
- International Mediation Institute; Certified Mediator
- State of Michigan, Certified Mediator
- Association of Workplace Investigators; Certified Investigator
- Title IX Investigator, Certified (ATIXA)
Memberships and Affiliations
- American Bar Association, ADR International Committee
- American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section; ADR Section; Women in Dispute Resolution Section; International Law Section
- State Bar of Michigan, Labor and Employment Law Section, ADR Section and International Law Section
- Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce
- American Arbitration Association Task Force for Employment Arbitrations
- Attorney Workplace Investigators
Community Involvement
- Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit, Board member, 2014-2017, Vice Chair Secretary 2017-2020; Board member 2020
- Former Vista Maria Vice Chair/Executive Board member; Vista Maria’s Marketing and Fund Development Committee (with Vista Maria for 12 years). Ms. Nemeth was presented with the Distinguished Volunteer Award by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2005 for her work with Vista Maria. In 2011, Ms. Nemeth received an award from Vista Maria for Outstanding Board Leadership.
- Graduate, 2004-2005 Leadership Detroit XXVI Class.
Noted Presentations and Publications
Ms. Nemeth has written and co-authored numerous articles, as well as the annual law review survey articles on Labor and Employment Law for the Wayne State University School of Law. Publications and presentations of particular note include:
- "Usage Guidelines of Marijuana within the Airport Workforce," Airport Council International, 2020 Risk Management Conference - January 2020
- "Leaders and Innovators: Women Entrepreneurs and Leadership," Panelist, WWJ Newsradio, April 2019
- “2019 Labor and Employment Law Update,” Nemeth Law’s Raising the Bar – January 2019
- “Sexual Harassment Policies and Investigations,” ICLE – November 2018
- “Managing the Arbitration Process with Pro Se Parties,” American Arbitration Association – October 2018
- “Resolving Tough Cases through Mediation,” State Bar of Michigan, Labor and Employment Law Section Council – June 2018
- “The Sticky Question of Salary History,” Crain’s Detroit Business, Blog – May 2018
- “Is the Question of Salary History…History?” Detroit Legal News – April 2018
- “Constituents Weigh In On Conyers Sexual Harassment Ethics Probe,” Chanel 7 News – November 2017
- “A Side Bar with Patricia Nemeth,” Michigan Lawyers Weekly – November 2017
- “Grit, the Secret to Advancement: Stories of Successful Women Lawyers,” American Bar Association – October 2017
- “Uber's Sexual Harassment House-Cleaning a Reminder of Need for Visible Policies, Disciplinary Measures,” Crain’s Detroit Business, Blog – June 2017
- “From Flattery to Fear-Looking at Sexual Harassment in Everyday Life” Panelist, WLAM, Wayne Law Annual Meeting – May 2017
- "Intensive HR Labor and Employment Law Training Program," Nemeth Law Seminar - August 2016
- "Inside the New Overtime Rules: Practical Guidelines for Employers," Nemeth Law Webinar - June 2016
- "The On-Demand Workforce: Spotlight on Employee Misclassification," Co-author, Michigan Defense Quarterly – May 2016
- "When A Vague Claim of 'Hostile Work Environment' is A Discrimination Complaint," Co-author, Michigan Defense Quarterly – November 2015
- “ Joint Employer Status, Franchisors and Franchisee – Paying the Cost to be the Boss,” panelist and presenter, Bernard Gottfried Memorial Law Symposium – October 2015
- "Accommodating Pregnancy in the Long Term Care Environment," HCAM/MCAL Annual Convention – September 2015
- "Opinion: Tragedy in Virginia Opens New Chapter for Employers," Crain's Detroit Business, Blog - August 2015
- " 'Digital Native' Recruiting Term Can Raise Concerns of Age Discrimination," Detroit Legal News - July 2015
- "Starting Your Own Law Firm: Advice From Women Who've Done It," Michigan LELS - June 2015
- “Legal Trends: Employer Criminal Background Check Policies,” Co-author, Michigan Defense Quarterly – April 2015
- “Five Qs: Patricia Nemeth on Employment Law Changes,” DBusiness Daily News - January 2015
- "Managing Pregnancy in the Workplace," Nemeth Law Raising the Bar - October 2014"
- "Legal Implications of Employer-Sponsored Wellness Programs," Co-author, SHRM - January 2014
- "The Road to Independence: 101 Women's Journeys to Starting Their Own Law Firms," Contributor, ABA - 2011
- “Not Always Black and White,” Co-author, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
- “The Debate Over Michigan’s Right-To-Work Law,” Co-author, Employment Law 360
- “Unemployment: How to Defend and Prepare,” Health Care Association of Michigan
- “Minimize Risks While Hosting a Holiday Party at Work,” Co-author, Corp! Magazine
- “What’s your Facebook Password? NoneOfYourBusiness,” Co-author, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
- “Employer Issues Before and After a Disaster: Is Your Company Prepared,” Author, Detroit Regional Chamber
- “Starting Your Own Law Practice,” Author, Young Lawyers Section of State Bar of Michigan
- “Don’t Let Election Politics Disrupt Your Workplace,” Co-author, Corp! Magazine
- “Don’t be Blind-Sided by GINA,” Co-author, Executive Counsel
- “Genetic Discrimination in Employment,” Co-author, Michigan Bar Journal
- "Annual Survey of Michigan Employment and Labor Law," Co-author, Wayne Law Review, 2005-present
- “Seeking Clarity on Michigan Medical Marijuana Law,” Co-author, Employment Law 360
- “To Blog or Not to Blog: Employee and Employer Guidelines,” Co-author, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
Ms. Nemeth has presented employment law seminars and participated as a speaker or panelist for a variety of groups including:
- AIG
- American Society of Employers
- Beazley Group
- Channel 4 News
- Chubb Group of Insurance Companies
- Comcast Newsmakers
- Due Process and the Law (Detroit Public Television)
- Health Care Association of Michigan
- Institute of Continuing Legal Education
- Joint Labor Management Counsel
- Michigan Municipal Risk Management Association
- Michigan Public Employer’s Relations Association
- National Association of Legal Secretaries
- State Bar of Michigan
- Traveler’s Insurance Group
- WDET – All Things Considered
- WDET – The Craig Fahle Show
- Women Entrepreneurs of Canada
- WWJ – 950 Radio
Honors and Distinctions
- Michigan Defense Trial Counsel (MDTC) Excellence in Defense Award
- Elected a Fellow of The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. Election as a Fellow is the highest recognition by one’s colleagues of sustained outstanding performance in the profession, exemplifying integrity, dedication and excellence.
- Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, a rating system compiled by peers in the legal community, as “AV”, the highest rating for legal ability and upholding ethics in the legal profession
- Best Lawyers® in America – Employment Law-Management | Labor Law-Management | Litigation-Labor and Employment, 2010-2021
- Distinguished Law Alumni Award - Wayne State University Law School, 2016
- "Top 25 Women Business Leaders in Michigan," Super Lawyers 2013, 2015-2018
- Michigan Super Lawyers – 2006 to present, including recognition as one of the top 50 Women Super Lawyers in the State of Michigan
- Chambers USA, Employment and Labor, 2010-2016
- One of the 25 Michigan “Leaders in the Law” - Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly, 2009
- Distinguished Alumni Award – Wayne State University, 2009
- Detroit’s Top Lawyers – DBusiness Magazine, 2009-2019
- Women in the Workplace Leadership Award – Michigan Business Professionals Association, 2010
- One of the 100 most influential women in Southeast Michigan – Inforum, 2008
- Labor and Employment Law Delegate to China, 2006
News
- December 28, 2020
Employer Alert: Nemeth Law on effect of COVID relief bill on paid leave obligations - December 17, 2020
Employer Alert: EEOC Provides Guidance on Workplace Policies Mandating COVID-19 Vaccinations - September 18, 2020
Nemeth Law attorneys named to 2020 Michigan Super Lawyers - August 26, 2020
Nemeth Law attorneys named to The Best Lawyers in America© list for 2021 - May 7, 2020
Nemeth Law founder featured in Leading Lawyers magazine; firm partners also named to 2020 Leading Lawyers list - April 30, 2020
Executive Order Lift Restrictions - April 10, 2020
Non-Coronavirus Items You May Have Missed - April 3, 2020
Nemeth Law Covers Executive Order 2020-36 - April 2, 2020
Nemeth Law Provides Takeaways from DOL and IRS on Paid Leave - April 1, 2020
Nemeth Law Responds to Today's Frequently Asked Question - March 31, 2020
Department of Labor Clarification, Q & A - March 30, 2020
Nemeth Law: DOL Poster Required Posting in all Facilities - March 27, 2020
Nemeth Law Provides Takeaways on Biggest Questions - March 26, 2020
Nemeth Law Provides Highlights on Relief Package - March 23, 2020
Essentials of the Executive Order - March 19, 2020
Staying Compliant with the ADA During the COVID-19 Pandemic - March 18, 2020
Employer Alert: FMLA Expansion and Paid Leave Requirements in Light of Coronavirus - COVID-19 Update
- Nemeth Law is here to help you
- January 31, 2020
Nemeth Law founder Patricia Nemeth receives Michigan Defense Trial Counsel award for Excellence in Defense - November 14, 2019
Nemeth Law founder inducted as a Fellow into the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers - October 25, 2019
Nemeth Law adds Elite Work-Life Balance Award to its Metro Detroit’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For honor - September 4, 2019
Nemeth Law named one of Metro Detroit’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For; it’s the 18th time the firm has received the recognition - September 3, 2019
Nemeth Law partners named to 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers - August 15, 2019
Nemeth Law founder named among The Best Lawyers in America© for 2020 - January 2, 2019
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely labor and employment topics in the third and fourth quarters of 2018 - November 2, 2018
Nemeth Law founder named Top Lawyer for 2019 by DBusiness magazine - September 13, 2018
Nemeth Law again named one of Metro Detroit’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - September 7, 2018
Nemeth Law partners named to 2018 Michigan Super Lawyers - September 4, 2018
Nemeth Law founder, shareholders named to Michigan Leading Lawyers list - August 16, 2018
Nemeth Law founder listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019 - July 3, 2018
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely labor and employment topics in second quarter 2018 - May 22, 2018
Supreme Court decision gives employers an ‘epic’ win: employment agreements barring class action lawsuits and requiring individual claims arbitration are enforceable under Federal Arbitration Act - April 12, 2018
Is the question of salary history…history? New 9th Circuit Court decision forbids questions of prior salary in setting new hire pay in select states; Michigan bucks the trend - January 12, 2018
Nemeth Law founder, shareholders named to Michigan Leading Lawyers list - December 13, 2017
Nemeth Law founder named to Notable Women Lawyers in Michigan List - November 15, 2017
Nemeth Law included on U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers 2018 list of “Best Law Firms” - October 24, 2017
Nemeth Law founder named vice chair of Mosaic Theatre board - October 23, 2017
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely labor and employment topics in third quarter 2017 - October 17, 2017
Nemeth Law founder featured in new ABA book about successful women lawyers - September 22, 2017
Nemeth Law founder named to DBusiness Top Lawyers List - August 16, 2017
Competing employee rights in the workplace is the new labor and employment law issue de jour - and it’s not going away - August 16, 2017
Nemeth Law again named one of Metro Detroit’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for - August 15, 2017
Nemeth Law founder listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 - July 7, 2017
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely labor and employment topics in second quarter 2017 - June 7, 2017
Following Uber’s sexual harassment house cleaning, Detroit employment attorney looks at today’s corporate culture, sees need for more training and disciplinary measures - May 19, 2017
Nemeth Law founder serves as panelist at Women Lawyers Association meeting - April 5, 2017
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely labor and employment topics in first quarter 2017 - February 22, 2017
New Michigan Limousine, Taxicab and Transportation Network Company Act goes into effect March 21; clarifies employment status of Uber and Lyft drivers - January 4, 2017
Nemeth Law founder named to Michigan Leading Lawyers List, Advisory Board - November 1, 2016
Nemeth Law again included on U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers 2017 list of “Best Law Firms” - October 24, 2016
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely employment issues - September 1, 2016
Nemeth Law attorneys named to 2016 Michigan Super Lawyers - August 16, 2016
Nemeth Law founder listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2017 - August 12, 2016
Nemeth Law again named one of Metro Detroit’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - June 30, 2016
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely employment issues - June 14, 2016
Nemeth Law Attorney Offers Tips for Employers in Wake of Orlando Shooting - March 31, 2016
From Michigan public school bathrooms to the workplace, LGBT issues expanding for employers - March 24, 2016
Nemeth Law founder to receive Wayne State University Law School Distinguished Alumni award - March 7, 2016
Associate attorney joins Nemeth Law - January 13, 2016
Nemeth Law founder named to Michigan Leading Lawyers List, Advisory Board - December 23, 2015
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely employment issues - December 15, 2015
2016 Labor and Employment Update is focus of Nemeth Law’s Raising the Bar series on January 20, 2016 - December 3, 2015
Nemeth Law attorney considers the need for new classification of on-demand workers - November 2, 2015
Nemeth Law included on U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers 2016 list of “Best Law Firms” - September 25, 2015
Nemeth Law’s Raising the Bar series on October 14th presents: Successfully Defending Unemployment Claims: So You Want to be your Own Lawyer? - September 22, 2015
Nemeth Law attorneys named to DBusiness Top Lawyers List - August 19, 2015
Nemeth Law founder listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2016 - August 6, 2015
Nemeth Law again named one of Metro Detroit’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For - June 25, 2015
Nemeth Law attorneys discuss timely employment issues - April 30, 2015
Nemeth Law’s Raising the Bar series presents: Employee Leave Policies that Work on May 20 - April 20, 2015
On-demand workers: workforce trend or business model that’s here to stay? - January 20, 2015
Nemeth Law P.C. founder named Leading Lawyer for 2014-2015 - December 9, 2014
Five tips to safely hosting the company holiday party - November 4, 2014
Nemeth Law included on U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers list of “Best Law Firms” - November 3, 2014
Nemeth Law founder joins board of directors of Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit - September 22, 2014
Nemeth Law’s Raising the Bar series presents: Managing Pregnancy in the Workplace on October 15 - September 5, 2014
Nemeth Law attorneys named to 2014 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Star lists - August 18, 2014
Nemeth Law founder listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2015