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Roy Galewski
D: (585) 419-8661  
rgalewski@harrisbeach.com

Roy R. Galewski

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(585) 419-8661
  rgalewski@harrisbeach.com
  • Crypto Compensation? Bitcoin Bonus? New York State Employers Must Weigh Requests Carefully
  • The NLRB Ends 2022 with Significant Decisions
  • FTC Takes Aim at Banning Non-Compete Clauses
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Roy practices in all areas of labor and employment law across several industries, both in the private and public sectors.  He counsels employers in labor relations matters, including collective bargaining negotiations, labor arbitrations, and represents clients in proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board.  He also represents employers in employment litigation matters, including disputes over employment contracts, non-compete agreements, wage and hour claims, and employment discrimination claims.  Roy represents employers before various administrative agencies including the Public Employment Relations Board, New York and United States Departments of Labor, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the New York State Division of Human Rights.  He also provides advice and counsel on day to day employment matters such as workforce reductions, application of collective bargaining agreements, employee discipline, leaves of absence and union organizing.

Professional and Civic

  • YMCA of Greater Rochester, Human Resource Committee
  • While in law school, he served as Articles Editor for the Pace Law Review.

Recognition

  • Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2013 – 2015, Labor and Employment Law, since 2018
  • Best Lawyers, Labor Law-Management; Employment Law-Management, since 2014
  • The Daily Record, Up and Coming Attorney, 2006

Legal Practices

International Trade
Labor and Employment

Industry Teams

EMS and Fire Protection Providers
Food and Beverage
Health Care
Municipalities and Local Agencies
Telecommunications and Media

Sectors

Long-Term Care

Admissions

Connecticut

New York

U.S. District Court, New York - Western District

Pace University School of Law

JD 
2002
cum laude

Monmouth University

BA 
1998

Location

Rochester, NY Office
Insights
January 9, 2023

FTC Takes Aim at Banning Non-Compete Clauses

The FTC released a proposed rule aimed at prohibiting employers from utilizing non-compete clauses in employment agreements.
December 21, 2022

The NLRB Ends 2022 with Significant Decisions

Two late-year decisions from the NLRB have the potential to significantly impact private sector employers.
July 28, 2022

Crypto Compensation? Bitcoin Bonus? New York State Employers Must Weigh Requests Carefully

If your staff member wants his or her paycheck in cryptocurrency, should you – as an employer keeping up with the times — accommodate the r
April 8, 2022

NLRB General Counsel Aims to Drastically Change Employers’ Rights Related to “Captive Audience” and Other Mandatory Meetings About Unionization

For nearly 75 years, employers have held the right to gather employees at work for mandatory meetings to discuss, in a non-coercive manner,
January 14, 2022

U.S. Supreme Court Stays Enforcement of OSHA’s COVID-19 Vaccine-or-Test Mandate, while Upholding Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers

On January 13, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion in which it ordered a stay on the enforcement of the Occupational Safety and H
October 13, 2021

Recent Developments With Health Care Personnel Vaccine Mandate

The New York State Health Department’s Vaccine Mandate, adopted on August 26, requires personnel at general hospitals and nursing homes to h
June 23, 2021

New York State Modifies Recently Enacted HERO Act

New York’s recently enacted Health & Essential Rights Act, otherwise called the HERO Act, has been modified. As discussed in our earlier Al
May 21, 2021

New York State Adopts CDC Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Individuals, Offering Employers Option of Easing Pandemic-Related Restrictions

With New York state adopting the CDC’s “Interim Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People” on May 19, employers now have the
May 11, 2021

New York HERO Act Creates New Workplace Safety Requirements for Employers

On May 5, 2021, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law the “New York Health and Essential Rights” or “HERO” Act, adding new infectio
December 21, 2020

New Regulations and Fact Sheets on NY Paid Sick Leave Law

With New York’s new Paid Sick Leave Law set to take hold on January 1, 2020, employers finalizing their leave policies should review additio
October 20, 2020

New Guidance on New York Paid Sick Leave Law

On the evening of Oct. 19, 2020, New York State released long-anticipated guidance on the state’s new Paid Sick Leave Law, or “PSL.” The new
May 22, 2020

New Guidance for Health Care Employees Regarding New York’s COVID-19 Sick Leave

As explained in our earlier legal alert, New York State enacted legislation in March 2020 authorizing sick leave for all employees subject t
February 27, 2020

NLRB Releases New Rule for Determining Joint Employer Status

On February 26, 2020, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) released its long-anticipated rule that redefines the agency’s test for de
December 20, 2019

NLRB Scales Back “Quickie Election” Rules

On December 13, 2019, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or the “Board”) issued a proposed rule that will modify the procedures gove
September 16, 2019

NLRB Adopts Employer-Friendly Standard for Evaluating Unilateral Changes

n a 3-1 ruling issued on September 10, 2019, the National Labor Relations Board (the “Board”) established a new standard for evaluating unil
March 1, 2019

New York State Department of Labor Scraps Proposed Call-In Pay Regulations

In a surprising but welcome development for New York state employers, the New York State Department of Labor (“DOL”) announced that it will
December 20, 2018

Department of Labor Releases Revised Rules For Employee Scheduling and “Call-in Pay”

Revised rules from the New York State Department of Labor (“NYSDOL” or the “Department”) would impact many employers by expanding those situ
News
October 15, 2021

72 Attorneys from Harris Beach Recognized in 2021 Edition of Super Lawyers

Partners, senior counsel and associates from Harris Beach PLLC offices across New York have been named to the 2021 edition of Super Lawyers,
November 12, 2019

79 Attorneys from Harris Beach Named to 2019 Super Lawyers List

A total of 79 Harris Beach PLLC attorneys have been named to the 2019 edition of Super Lawyers, a peer-based rating service that recognizes
August 15, 2018

63 Harris Beach Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers® List

A total of 63 attorneys from Harris Beach PLLC have made the 2019 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest guide of its kind in th
Events
September 27, 2022

2022 Labor & Employment Series – November 16 End of Year Labor Updates

The November 16 Labor Series webinar cover End of Year Labor Updates
November 19, 2021

Roy Breitenbach and Roy Galewski Presenting Webinar: What the New York State Vaccine Mandate Means to Your Health Care Facility

New York State’s vaccine mandate, which requires that some health care facility personnel obtain at least a first dose of the vaccine by Sep
February 10, 2021

2021 Harris Beach Labor & Employment Series Webinars

The Labor and Employment Team at Harris Beach invites you to join us for discussion of critical labor and employment law developments at our
September 28, 2020

Harris Beach Attorneys Sponsoring Greater Rochester Community Transportation Foundation Virtual Luncheon

Attorneys Josh Steele, Tyler O’Reilly and Dan Palermo will present on a panel hosted by the Financial Executives International Rochester Cha
March 25, 2020

COVID-19 Labor & Employment Updates – March 25

Information and legal guidance on how employers should address COVID-19 is evolving quickly. Listen to our second complimentary webinar for
March 16, 2020

Critical Updates on Coronavirus Webinar – Protecting Your Business

Information and legal guidance on how employers should address COVID-19 is evolving quickly. Download our complimentary webinar for an overv
February 27, 2020

2020 Harris Beach Labor Series

The Labor and Employment Team at Harris Beach invites you to join us for discussion of critical labor and employment law developments at our
September 12, 2019

Harris Beach Sponsoring East House Hope and Recovery Luncheon

​Harris Beach is sponsoring the 11th Annual Hope & Recovery Luncheon, which will feature Sean Astin as a guest speaker.
External Publications

Speaker: Frequent presenter on management training topics, including sexual harassment, labor relations, and other compliance issues for human resources professionals

All Insights, All Publications, Legal Alert |
 January 9, 2023
FTC Takes Aim at Banning Non-Compete Clauses
The FTC released a proposed rule aimed at prohibiting employers from utilizing non-compete clauses in employment agreements....read more
All Insights, All Publications, Legal Alert |
 December 21, 2022
The NLRB Ends 2022 with Significant Decisions
Two late-year decisions from the NLRB have the potential to significantly impact private sector employers....read more
All Insights, All Publications, Legal Alert |
 July 28, 2022
Crypto Compensation? Bitcoin Bonus? New York State Employers Must Weigh Requests Carefully
If your staff member wants his or her paycheck in cryptocurrency, should you – as an employer keeping up with the times -- accommodate the r...read more
All Insights, All Publications, Legal Alert |
 April 8, 2022
NLRB General Counsel Aims to Drastically Change Employers’ Rights Related to “Captive Audience” and Other Mandatory Meetings About Unionization
For nearly 75 years, employers have held the right to gather employees at work for mandatory meetings to discuss, in a non-coercive manner, ...read more
All Insights, All Publications, Covid-19, Legal Alert |
 January 14, 2022
U.S. Supreme Court Stays Enforcement of OSHA’s COVID-19 Vaccine-or-Test Mandate, while Upholding Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers
On January 13, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion in which it ordered a stay on the enforcement of the Occupational Safety and H...read more
All Insights, All Blogs, Covid-19, Health Care Blog |
 October 13, 2021
Recent Developments With Health Care Personnel Vaccine Mandate
The New York State Health Department’s Vaccine Mandate, adopted on August 26, requires personnel at general hospitals and nursing homes to h...read more
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Roy R. Galewski

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Roy Galewski
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■ Areas of Expertise

Legal Practices

International Trade Legal Practice
Labor and Employment Legal Practice

Industry Teams

EMS and Fire Protection Providers Industry Team
Food and Beverage Industry Team
Health Care Industry Team
Municipalities and Local Agencies Industry Team
Telecommunications and Media Industry Team

Sectors

Long-Term Care

■ Profile

Roy practices in all areas of labor and employment law across several industries, both in the private and public sectors.  He counsels employers in labor relations matters, including collective bargaining negotiations, labor arbitrations, and represents clients in proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board.  He also represents employers in employment litigation matters, including disputes over employment contracts, non-compete agreements, wage and hour claims, and employment discrimination claims.  Roy represents employers before various administrative agencies including the Public Employment Relations Board, New York and United States Departments of Labor, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the New York State Division of Human Rights.  He also provides advice and counsel on day to day employment matters such as workforce reductions, application of collective bargaining agreements, employee discipline, leaves of absence and union organizing.

■ Professional and Civic

  • YMCA of Greater Rochester, Human Resource Committee
  • While in law school, he served as Articles Editor for the Pace Law Review.

■ Admissions

  • Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2013 – 2015, Labor and Employment Law, since 2018
  • Best Lawyers, Labor Law-Management; Employment Law-Management, since 2014
  • The Daily Record, Up and Coming Attorney, 2006

■ Education

Pace University School of Law
 ,JD
 ,2002
 ,cum laude
Monmouth University
 ,BA
 ,1998

Harris Beach and its subsidiaries provide a full range of legal and professional services for clients across New York state, as well as nationally and internationally. Harris Beach is among the country’s top law firms as ranked by The National Law Journal and is among the BTI Elite law firms based on in-depth interviews of more than 600 corporate counsel at the world’s largest and most influential companies. Our clients include Fortune 100 corporations, privately-held companies, emerging businesses, public sector entities, not-for-profit organizations and individuals. Principal industries we represent include education, energy, financial, food and beverage, health care, insurance, manufacturing, medical and life sciences, real estate developers, and state and local governments and authorities.

Industry Teams
Automotive and Vehicle Dealerships
Blockchain and Digital Assets 
Cannabis
Construction and Surety
Educational Institutions Higher Ed
Educational Institutions K-12
EMS and Fire Protection Providers
Energy
Financial Institutions and Capital Markets
Food and Beverage
Health Care
Industrial and Consumer Manufacturing
Medical and Life Sciences
Municipalities and Local Agencies
Nanotechnology
Photonics
Racing and Gaming
Real Estate Developers
Science and Technology
Telecommunications and Media
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
USA Collegiate Sports
Veterinary Medicine

Practices
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Appellate
Business and Commercial Litigation
Collection Law
Commercial Real Estate
Corporate
Cybersecurity Protection and Response
Diversity Compliance
E-Discovery (e-infoSM)
Employee Benefits
Employment Litigation
Environmental Law
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
Financial Restructuring, Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights
Government Compliance and Investigations
Health Law
Immigration Law
Insurance Coverage
Intellectual Property Law
International Trade Law
Internet Law
Labor and Employment Law
Mass Torts and Industry-Wide Litigation
New Markets Tax Credit
Patent, Trademark and Copyright Law
Product Liability and Comprehensive General Liability
Public Finance and Economic Development
Real Property Valuation Litigation
Residential Real Estate
Tax Law
White Collar Crime
Wills, Trusts and Estates

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HB Solutions LLC
Collegiate Sports Compliance
Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
Economic Development and Public Affairs
Educational Institution Assistance
EMRG® (E-Discovery Management Resources Group)
Energy
Health and Human Services
Human Resources
Information Technology
Marketing and Communication Services
Municipal and Local Agency Assistance

HB Cornerstone LLC
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Caetra.io
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Offices throughout New York:

Albany
677 Broadway
Albany, NY 12207
518-427-9700

Buffalo
726 Exchange Street
Buffalo, NY 14210
716-200-5050

Ithaca
119 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-273-6444

Long Island
333 Earle Ovington Boulevard
Uniondale, NY 11553
516-880-8484

New York City
100 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
212-687-0100

Rochester
99 Garnsey Road
Pittsford, NY 14534
585-419-8800

Saratoga Springs
513 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
518-587-0551

Syracuse
333 West Washington Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
315-423-7100

White Plains
445 Hamilton Avenue
White Plains, NY 10601
914-683-1200

Offices also in:

New Haven, CT
195 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
203-784-3159

Newark, NJ
One Gateway Center
Newark, NJ 07102
973-848-1244

Washington, DC
800-685-1429

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