Corporate Counsel
• Provided employment law support for a nationwide retailer with 40,000+ employees and field operations in over 2,500 locations across 35 states• Provided day to day counseling and risk assessment for ALDI leaders on employment matters• Supported internal investigations of alleged violations of ALDI policies and procedures• Represented ALDI in administrative proceedings and prepared responses to administrative charges• Advised on the design and implementation of reductions in force• Advised on the design, drafting and administration of employment policies and processes in areas such as background checks, recruiting and employee drug testing • Drafted and enforced employment and separation agreements to ensure strong protection for ALDI• Supported ongoing COVID-19 response, developing and drafting communications and policies • Represented ALDI in mediation and other dispute resolution proceedings • Advised business partners on non-competition agreement issues regarding applicants