Jesse Young

Jesse L. Young is a Senior Shareholder at Sommers Schwartz, PC, a law firm based in Michigan. He has built a prominent career focusing on employment law, particularly in representing clients involved in wage and overtime disputes. His expertise encompasses a range of serious employment issues, including severance negotiations, discrimination, retaliation, whistleblowing, and compliance matters.12

Professional Background

• Education: Jesse earned both his undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor from Western Michigan University, where he graduated cum laude. He was also a member of the WMU Cooley Law Review.2
• Legal Practice: As a founding member of Sommers Schwartz’s national wage-and-hour practice, Jesse has participated in numerous lawsuits and arbitrations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). His work has led to significant recoveries for employees facing wage theft and other violations.12
• Leadership Roles: He has held leadership positions in various complex class actions across the United States, achieving multi-million dollar settlements for thousands of employees.2

Achievements

Jesse Young has been recognized multiple times for his contributions to employment law:

• Selected as one of Michigan Lawyers Weekly's “Go To Lawyers” for Employment Law in 2021.
• Featured on the Michigan Super Lawyers list since 2012, initially as a Rising Star.12

Community Involvement

In addition to his legal work, Jesse is active in community service and various professional organizations, including:

• The State Bar of Michigan
• The American Association for Justice
• The National Employment Lawyers Association
• Habitat for Humanity (Past President) and YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo.2

Contact Information

For professional inquiries, Jesse can be reached at Sommers Schwartz, PC, located in Southfield, Michigan. His LinkedIn profile can be found under the username jesseyoungattorney.3