The 2016 Houston Employer Conference, organized by Littler, the world's largest employment and labor law practice representing management, was held on August 11, 2016, in Houston, Texas.
The conference focused on practical strategies for addressing current and future employment law challenges. Sessions covered topics such as wage and hour class action avoidance, workplace violence recognition and prevention, and managing wage/hour and contingent workforce practices in the energy industry.
Attendees had opportunities to network with peers and Littler attorneys, participate in interactive sessions, and gain insights into complex employment issues. The event featured discussions on assessing employee truthfulness in HR investigations, handling difficult employees and supervisors, and conducting effective investigations.
The conference was designed for in-house counsel, human resources executives, and employee relations professionals seeking to enhance their organization's legal compliance and maintain a productive workplace.
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Speakers(7)
Analiza Rodriguez
Associate at Littler
Analiza Rodriguez represents employers in a variety of labor and employment matters, including disputes under federal and state laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
G. Mark Jodon
Shareholder at Littler
G. Mark Jodon focuses his practice on employment-related litigation, including wage and hour collective actions, employment discrimination, minimum wage and overtime claims, non-disclosure and non-competition agreements, and NLRB proceedings. He represents clients in state and federal courts, labor arbitrations, and administrative hearings before agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Texas Workforce Commission.
Kelley Edwards
Shareholder at Littler
Kelley Edwards was appointed as the Houston Office Managing Shareholder of Littler in June 2016, succeeding Mark Jodon. She also co-chairs the firm's Energy Industry Practice Group.
Luke C. MacDowall
Shareholder at Littler
Luke C. MacDowall represents employers in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies, handling a diverse array of employment law matters. He is board certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Nehal S. Anand
Shareholder at Littler
Nehal S. Anand is board certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He advises and represents employers in a broad range of employment law matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, and breach of contract claims.
Urvashi Morolia
Associate at Littler
Urvashi Morolia is a trial lawyer who guides her clients through the legal process with a hands-on, practical approach. She advises and represents employers in a wide range of labor and employment issues involving disputes under state and federal law.
Yvette Gatling
Shareholder at Littler
Yvette Gatling was appointed to the board of directors of the National Employment Law Council (NELC) in May 2016. She has been recognized for her contributions to advancing the agenda of NELC.
Event Details
- Date
- August 11, 2016
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Houston, United States
- Houston, Texas
- Pricing
- Pricing details not available
- Audience
- In-house counsel, human resources executives, employee relations professionals
- CLE Credits
- Not specified
- Attendees
- Not specified