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Gateway Employment Law, LLC

Protecting the rights of employees who've been mistreated by their employers.

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Gateway Employment Law, LLC

Protecting the rights of employees who've been mistreated by their employers.

Katie Rhoten

Why You Need Top Employment Law Lawyers to Protect Your Workplace Rights

Choosing us means choosing dedicated attorneys who are passionate about employment law and committed to your success. With nearly 30 years of combined experience and a client-focused approach, we serve clients in Missouri and Illinois. Our mission is to provide exceptional legal services tailored to the unique needs of our clients. We are committed to delivering justice with integrity, professionalism, and a deep understanding of employment law.

About Us

Years of Combined Legal Experience

We have the proper set of attorneys to assist you in every step

Dollars Recovered for Clients

Recovered for employees across the St. Louis-Metro East areas

Clients Served

Continuously fighting for employee rights since opening in September 2024

We Give Our Clients The Best Service Possible.

Serving clients in Missouri and Illinois, we represent employees who’ve been mistreated by their employers. If you feel like you’ve been discriminated against or harassed at work, wrongfully fired, not paid for all of your work, retaliated against for raising concerns about your employer’s misconduct, or otherwise mistreated at work–WE CAN HELP!

  • Retaliation

    Employees who report workplace misconduct are legally protected from retaliation, including termination, demotion, reduced pay,..

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  • Harassment

    Workplace harassment is unlawful, disruptive, and damaging, and no employee should be forced to endure..

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  • Employment Discrimination

    Gateway Employment Law represents employees throughout St. Louis, Missouri and the Metro East Illinois region..

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  • Minimum Wage and Overtime

    If your employer failed to pay you minimum wage or overtime, you may be owed..

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“We use our combined 30 years of employment law experience to advocate for employees in the workplace."

"Robert L. Ortbals Jr” Owner, Member

Get Answers About Your Workplace Rights

Clear guidance for employees seeking legal help with workplace issues under state and federal law.

  • An employment law attorney advises and represents employees and employers on workplace-related legal issues, including discrimination, wrongful termination, wage disputes, retaliation, and compliance with Illinois and federal labor laws. Gateway Employment Law focuses exclusively on employment matters, allowing for precise, informed advocacy.

  • Gateway Employment Law handles a wide range of employment law matters for Illinois clients, including workplace discrimination, harassment, unpaid wages, wrongful termination, retaliation, FMLA and ADA issues, and employer compliance and defense. Services are tailored to clients across the St. Louis Metro East region.

  • No. Many employment law matters are resolved through negotiation, mediation, or settlement before reaching trial. Litigation is pursued when necessary to protect employee rights.

  • Yes. Gateway Employment Law represents clients in discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases involving protected characteristics or legally protected activity. These claims may arise under federal law as well as Illinois or Missouri statutes, depending on where the employment relationship is based.

  • Timelines vary depending on the nature of the claim, the parties involved, and whether the matter is resolved through negotiation, administrative review, or litigation. Some cases resolve in months, while others may take longer. Gateway Employment Law prioritizes efficient, outcome-focused resolution whenever possible.

Client Testimonials

Real feedback from people who trusted us to fight for them.

“Gateway Employment Law provided thoughtful, strategic, and compassionate guidance during a very challenging time. Katie was responsive, clear, and deeply committed to ensuring a fair and dignified resolution.”

- John, former client.

“Katie was incredibly responsive throughout the process, always kept me up to date, and offered thoughtful, creative recommendations based on her deep knowledge of discrimination law. I felt supported every step of the way and really appreciated her professionalism and guidance.”

- Dmitry, former client

“Gateway Employment Law was an incredible support to me during a very difficult time with unemployment, and I truly felt like I had someone in my corner. Katie was not only highly knowledgeable and hardworking, but also genuinely compassionate. I felt like she truly cared and fought for me as if my situation were personal, like helping a family member rather than a client.”

- Daniel, former client

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Confidential guidance for employees navigating workplace legal issues.

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