Unpaid Wages / Overtime in media/publishing | What Are My Options?

Quick background on my situation — any input appreciated.

employer changed my status to contractor. I've been dealing with this for about 10 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have worked at this company for 12 years. My position is exempt and I do not have a written employment agreement beyond the standard offer letter.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case supposedly, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.