Royal Parker Spruce is minority-owned and managed employment law firm that exclusively represents employers, including Fortune 500 companies, middle-market businesses, non-profit organizations, and governmental entities throughout New England and New York.
Formed through the merger of Spruce Law and The Royal Law Firm, Royal Parker Spruce delivers integrated employment law counsel that combines strategic advisory services with sophisticated litigation defense. The firm partners with in-house legal, human resources, and executive leadership teams to manage workplace risk, support business objectives, and defend employers in high-stakes disputes.
Royal Parker Spruce advises and defends employers in complex discrimination, retaliation, harassment, disability, and leave-related matters under federal and state law through trial and on appeal. The firm has substantial experience navigating sensitive workplace investigations, performance-related disputes, and termination decisions, and routinely represents employers before courts, administrative agencies, and in mediation and arbitration.
The firm also has deep experience defending employers in wage and hour matters, including individual and class action litigations. Its wage and hour practice encompasses employee and independent contractor misclassification, overtime and minimum wage claims, off-the-clock work, commissions, tip pooling, meal and rest breaks, and related pay practices.
Royal Parker Spruce is known for its disciplined, business-aligned approach to employment law risk. The firm delivers practical, cost-effective solutions informed by operational realities, reputational considerations, and long-term workforce strategy. Its attorneys are trusted advisors and advocates who provide employers with clear guidance, strong defense, and consistent results across jurisdictions.
