Renea Saade, a shareholder in the Anchorage office of Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, received the Northwest Human Resource Management Association (NHRMA) 2019 Distinguished Member award. She was presented with the award at NHRMA’s 81st annual conference and tradeshow in Portland, Oregon, on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
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Littler Appoints Susan Fitzke as Minneapolis Office Managing Shareholder
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has appointed Susan K. Fitzke as office managing shareholder (OMS) of the firm’s Minneapolis office. Fitzke succeeds Shirley Lerner, who has stepped down from the role to focus on her active practice.
Littler’s Terri M. Solomon Receives 2019 Alumni Award of Merit from Penn Law Alumni Society
Terri M. Solomon, a shareholder in the New York office of Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been selected by Penn Law Alumni Society to receive the 2019 Alumni Award of Merit. She will be presented with the award today at the Alumni Awards ceremony and reception.
Littler Attorneys Ranked in 2020 Chambers Canada Guide
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labour law practice representing management, is pleased to announce that two of its lawyers have been recognized in the 2020 edition of Chambers Canada. Yusra Siddiquee and George J.A. Vassos, partners in the firm’s Toronto office, were named leading lawyers in the categories of Immigration and Employment and Labour, respectively.
Littler Appoints Craig M. Borowski as Indianapolis Office Managing Shareholder
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has appointed Craig M. Borowski as office managing shareholder (OMS) of the firm’s Indianapolis office. Borowski succeeds Alan L. McLaughlin, who has stepped down from the role and will continue to serve as OMS of Littler’s Denver office while maintaining his active practice in both regions.
Littler Adds Mark Detwiler in Rochester
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has added Mark Detwiler to its Rochester office. He joins the firm as an associate after spending five years at the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Human Resources Division.
Recruiting in the Robot Age: Examining Potential EEO Implications in Optimizing Recruiting Through the Use of Artificial Intelligence
Michael Chichester and Jaclyn Giffen explore algorithms in the hiring process – and how to avoid litigation.
Littler Earns Mansfield Certification Plus From Diversity Lab for Second Time
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has earned Mansfield Certification Plus from Diversity Lab after completing the Mansfield Rule 2.0 twelve-month certification program. The firm achieved Certified Plus status for the second consecutive year by considering and attaining at least 30 percent women, lawyers of color, and LGBTQ+ lawyers across leadership and governance roles, equity partner promotions, formal client pitch opportunities, and senior lateral positions.
Littler Grows San Diego Office with the Addition of Shareholder Jon Yonemitsu
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has added Jon C. Yonemitsu as a shareholder in its San Diego office. He joins Littler from Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. Yonemitsu’s arrival follows the return of Shareholder Liseanne Kelly, who rejoined Littler earlier this year.
Littler Attorneys in Canada and Puerto Rico Named to 2020 Best Lawyers™ List
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, is pleased to announce that attorneys in its Canada and Puerto Rico offices have been included in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada©and The Best Lawyers in Puerto Rico©. Partners Barry Kuretzky and George Vassos were recognized in Canada, and Capital Members Rafael Aguiló-Vélez, Mariela Rexach, Anabel Rodríguez-Alonso and Carl Schuster were recognized in Puerto Rico.
Bernard Tisdale Joins Jackson Lewis to Open Firm’s 61st Office in Charlotte
Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s preeminent workplace law firms, is pleased to announce litigator H. Bernard Tisdale III has joined the firm to lead its 61st office in Charlotte, N.C. The firm recently announced the opening of its 60th office in Silicon Valley.
Best Lawyers in America© 2020 Edition Honors More Than 200 Littler Lawyers; 14 Named Lawyer of the Year
More than 200 attorneys from Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, have been named to the 2020 Best Lawyers in America© list, the guide’s 26th edition.
Littler Shareholder Jeffrey B. Jones Appointed Miami Office Managing Shareholder
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has appointed Jeffrey B. Jones as office managing shareholder (OMS) of the firm’s Miami office, effective as of August 1. He will serve in a dual OMS capacity as he continues to lead the firm’s Orlando office.
Littler’s Whitney Fay Selected for Missouri Bar Association’s Leadership Academy
Whitney Fay, an associate in the Kansas City office of Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been selected for the Missouri Bar Association’s Leadership Academy class of 2019-2020.
Littler’s Kristy L. Peters Has Been Named Among the 50 Most Influential Women in Arizona by AzBusiness Magazine
Kristy L. Peters, a shareholder at Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been named among the 50 Most Influential Women in Arizona by AzBusiness Magazine. Honorees were selected for their impact to their organizations, to the region’s business climate and to the local community. All 50 women will be recognized at an awards dinner at the Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort in Phoenix on Thursday, August 22.