Gilda A. Hernandez

About

Gilda A. Hernandez is a distinguished attorney based in North Carolina, specializing in class action litigation with a robust focus on wage and hour law. With nearly two decades of dedicated experience, she first honed her expertise as a government official with the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division in Los Angeles, California. During her tenure, Ms. Hernandez conducted thorough investigations across diverse industries—including industrial and agricultural sectors—to ensure compliance with federal labor and immigration laws. Her proactive approach not only involved enforcing critical regulations related to minimum wage, overtime pay, and family medical leave but also included advising employers on best practices for maintaining compliance. Following her impactful government service, Ms. Hernandez transitioned into private practice, where she built a successful wage and hour practice from the ground up at a mid-sized firm in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her commitment to her clients and her tenacity as a litigator are evident in her representation of individual plaintiffs and large groups in complex collective and class action lawsuits. She has effectively litigated cases involving violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and North Carolina Wage and Hour Act (NCWHA), advocating for the rights of thousands of employees. In addition to her litigation work, Ms. Hernandez is a sought-after expert in her field, frequently appearing in media outlets to discuss critical wage and hour issues that affect workers across various industries. Her passion for justice and unwavering dedication to her clients make her a formidable force in the legal landscape.