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We advise clients whose business is to provide app-based platforms that connect independent contractors and customers. Clients’ use cases include transportation networks, delivery services, referral networks and gig shift work. We understand the rapidly evolving legal landscape in which these enterprises operate, including with respect to changes in the laws regarding worker classification, quasi-unionization, harassment liability, background checks, privacy and portable benefits.


  • Advised a gig platform company engaged in connecting skilled and unskilled laborers to on-demand jobs across the United States.
  • Advised a gig platform company on compliance with state and local transportation laws, including regarding delivery of home goods.
  • Advised an app-based client engaged in the business of connecting consumers with independent home repair technicians for appliances (including on-warranty and off-warranty appliances) through a proprietary technology platform.
  • Negotiated VMS master service and technology agreements for large and small buyers, including enterprise companies.
  • Advised trade association for rideshare and delivery platforms in numerous matters, including regarding proposed legislation, and by drafting comments to the U.S. Department of Labor on its proposed independent contractor rule.

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