Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: Can an employee of a lower grade be assigned in an acting position over an employee in a higher grade? A: Yes. I know of no rule that prevents this. The wisdom of such an action is another question. Bill Bransford is managing partner of Shaw, Bransford & Roth, PC. Disclaimer: Ask a Lawyer publishes information on this website for informational purposes only. Information on this website is intended…