Angela was a partner in the Vorys Cincinnati office and was a member of the labor and employment practice group. Angela counseled employers on their employment practices, including advising on employment policies, discipline and termination, reductions-in-force, employment contracts, wage and hour issues, social media policies, medical leaves and other benefits. She represented employers in administrative proceedings and in litigation at the local and national level. Angela was also involved… Show more Angela was a partner in the Vorys Cincinnati office and was a member of the labor and employment practice group. Angela counseled employers on their employment practices, including advising on employment policies, discipline and termination, reductions-in-force, employment contracts, wage and hour issues, social media policies, medical leaves and other benefits. She represented employers in administrative proceedings and in litigation at the local and national level. Angela was also involved in employment-related due diligence for company mergers and acquisitions.Angela further concentrated her practice in matters unique to colleges, universities, and academic environments. Her work in this area included advising and representing colleges and universities as to faculty and student issues, as well as counseling colleges and universities regarding compliance with laws such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and Title IX.Notable experience includes:•Defending a large national retailer in federal and multiple state courts alleging discrimination•Defending public and private entities in website accessibility claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act•Assisting companies with handling negative employee comments on social media sites such as Glasssdoor.com•Representing universities before the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Justice•Representing a large federal contractor before the U.S. Department of Energy•Providing guidance to multi-state employer in adopting policies and procedures to improve employee wellness and reduce employer expenses Show less

Labor & Employment Associate