Jason S. Mills

Jason, an experienced trial lawyer, represents clients in single-plaintiff actions related to wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and harassment disputes. He defends employers facing claims brought under state and federal antidiscrimination and harassment laws, as well as Sarbanes–Oxley whistleblower provisions. In addition to his trial experience, he has successfully argued appeals before the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Jason also frequently defends employers facing citations issued under state and federal OSHA plans. He represents clients through the entire process, from the initial investigation to appeals hearings. He has handled numerous OSHA-related appeals that have had industry-wide implications.  Jason frequently represents employers in labor arbitrations and defends them in contractual claims arising from disputes over collective bargaining agreement terms.

Prior to joining Morgan Lewis, Jason was a commissioned officer in the US Marine Corps, serving as a judge advocate at Camp Pendleton in California. In that role he prosecuted and defended more than 250 individuals accused in Marine Corps courts-martial and litigated to verdict numerous jury trials. During a seven-month tour in Iraq, he served as a prosecutor for the First Marine Division operating in the Al Anbar province, prosecuting courts-martial in a hostile combat environment. He completed his five-year Marine Corps service at the rank of captain in November 2004.