Ben Hase, Esq.
Founder, National Management Legal Counsel
Professional Overview
National Management Legal Counsel was founded to provide practical, business-focused legal solutions. With extensive experience in federal and state employment laws, NMLC is able to provide invaluable insight into how agencies think and operate—knowledge used by the firm to protect its clients.
Before establishing NMLC, I was a partner at O'Hagan Meyer in Denver, where I co-chaired the Data Privacy practice group and was a member of the National Labor & Employment Advice and Counseling Group. My experience spans from defending single-plaintiff discrimination claims to complex wage-and-hour class actions, always with a focus on achieving practical outcomes that align with business objectives.
Today, I partner with businesses across the United States to navigate the increasingly complex landscape of employment law, data privacy compliance, and trade secret protection. Whether you're facing immediate litigation, need strategic counsel, or want to build proactive compliance programs, I bring both legal expertise and real-world business understanding to every engagement.
Areas of Focus
Employment Law
Defense of discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage-hour claims. Day-to-day HR counseling.
Data Privacy
CCPA/CPRA, GDPR compliance, privacy policies, and breach response strategies.
Trade Secrets
Non-compete enforcement, confidentiality agreements, and emergency injunctive relief.
Business Immigration
H-1B, L-1, green cards, I-9 compliance, and strategic immigration planning.
Education Law
Counsel for K-12 and higher education on employment and student-related matters.
Workplace Investigations
Impartial investigations into harassment, discrimination, and misconduct allegations.
Professional Journey
Founder, National Management Legal Counsel
Partner, O'Hagan Meyer
Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith
Managing Attorney, Employers Council
EEO and Fair Housing Supervisor and Investigator
Washington University in St. Louis School of Law
University of Denver
Extensive Agency Experience
I regularly appear before federal and state agencies, understanding their priorities and effectively advocating for employer interests:
Federal Agencies
- EEOC (discrimination charges)
- DOL Wage & Hour Division
- DOL Employee Benefits (ERISA)
- OSHA (workplace safety)
- DOJ Immigrant & Employee Rights
- IRS (employment tax issues)
California Agencies
- Civil Rights Department (CRD)
- Division of Labor Standards (DLSE)
- Cal/OSHA
- Employment Development Dept
- Workers' Compensation Appeals Board
Colorado & Nevada
- Colorado Civil Rights Division
- Colorado Dept of Labor
- Denver Labor Division
- Nevada Equal Rights Commission
- Nevada Labor Commissioner
- Nevada OSHA
My Approach
I believe in providing counsel that's both legally sound and practically achievable. Having enforced employment laws for six years, I understand how government agencies think and what triggers their attention. This unique perspective allows me to help clients build compliant workplaces that avoid regulatory scrutiny while maintaining operational flexibility.
My goal is simple: reduce your legal risk while helping you build the workforce and workplace culture that drives your business forward. I provide straight-forward advice, realistic assessments, and strategic solutions tailored to your industry and risk tolerance.
Credentials & Admissions
Education
- J.D., Washington University in St. Louis School of Law
- B.A., University of Denver
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of California
- Colorado Supreme Court
- State Bar of Nevada
Federal Courts
- U.S. District Court of Colorado
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court, Central District of California
- Pro Hac Vice admissions nationwide
Speaking Engagements & Recognition
- Employment Law Conference 2019: Managing Multi-State Medical Leave Policies and Issues
- Employment Law Conference 2018: Sexual Harassment and the #MeToo Movement
- Employment Law Conference 2017: California and National Legal Update
- Employment Law Conference 2016: Accommodating Mental Health under the ADA
- State of Colorado Subject Matter Expert in Investigations
- Regular CLE instructor on employment law topics
- Testified before the Colorado Senate on employment law matters
Let's Work Together
Whether you're facing employment litigation, need help with compliance, or want to build better workplace policies, I'm here to help with practical, business-focused legal counsel.
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