Anders John Virgil Gillis

Anders John Virgil Gillis

Parker Harvey PLC β€’ Traverse City, MI
BusinessEmployment LawInvestigationsLabor & EmploymentWorkplace Investigations

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901 South Garfield, Traverse City, MI, 49686, US

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About

A labor and employment law attorney in Traverse City, Michigan, Anders focuses his practice on advising both public and private-sector clients on day-to-day employment challenges, such as discrimination and harassment complaints, accommodations for individuals with disabilities, compliance with employee leave laws, wage and hour issues, and issues related to recruitment, hiring, performance management, terminations, and layoffs. Mr. Gillis regularly reviews and drafts employment policies, contracts, separation agreements, and handbooks. Mr. Gillis reviews, drafts, and enforces confidentiality, non-solicitation, and agreements not to compete. He also conducts workplace investigations and trainings. Mr. Gillis counsels business owners, in-house counsel, and human resource leaders so that they can make strategic business decisions. Mr. Gillis prefers a proactive approach so employers can stay out of the courtroom when possible. But when necessary, Mr. Gillis represents employers before courts and administrative agencies. Mr. Gillis has tried numerous cases, and his litigation experience includes class and collective actions. Before rejoining Parker Harvey PLC, Mr. Gillis served as the in-house employment counsel for a national mortgage bank.

About Business Law

Business law attorneys advise companies on legal matters including formation, contracts, compliance, and transactions. They help businesses navigate regulatory requirements and protect their interests. Common matters include business formation, contract drafting, mergers and acquisitions, commercial disputes.

Credentials

Education
2013 Michigan State University College of Law Doctor of Law (JD) 2010 Northern Michigan University Bachelor of Science (BS),
Languages
English | Swedish

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2023 Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers 2021 Rising Star, SuperLawyers 2020 Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers 2020 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2019 Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Publications
2023 Traverse City Business News FTC's Proposed Noncompete Ban: How It Affects Recruitment And Retention 2023 Traverse City Business News Employee Monitoring: Brave New Horizon Or Dangerous New Precedent? 2023 Traverse City Business News Alone At Work: Tips For Encouraging Employee Retention 2023 Independently Published Employment Law & Remote Work 2022 Traverse City Business News New Year, New Laws: Employment Law Updates You Should Consider in 2023
Associations
2017 - Present Michigan Labor and Employment Law Section Member 2013 - Present Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association Member
Speaking
2025 Employment Law and Remote Work: Practical Tips for Companies with Remote Employees Employment Law and Remote Work 2024 Compliance with Michigan's Newest Law Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act 2020 Health Forum of Northern Michigan Marijuana Legalization and Employment Law 2017 NMRPOA Members Meeting Protecting Your Business, Property, and Reputation
Updated: Mar 10, 2026