Labor law and employment practice at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman broadens with the addition of Elizabeth E. Schlissel as a new partner.
Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP Expands Labor & Employment Law Practice Group with Elizabeth E. Schlissel
Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP (FRB) has expanded its Labor & Employment Law Practice Group with the addition of Elizabeth E. Schlissel as a Partner. Kenneth Falcon, Co-Managing Partner of FRB, stated that Schlissel's depth of experience makes her an exceptional addition to the team.
Elizabeth E. Schlissel is a seasoned lawyer with extensive experience in representing employers in employment litigation, internal investigations, and compliance counseling. She specializes in a broad spectrum of workplace legal matters, including wage and hour disputes, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, hostile work environment claims, breach of employment contracts, restrictive covenants, and failure-to-accommodate actions.
Schlissel is passionate about advising employers on navigating complex labor and employment laws. She is committed to cultivating positive workplace cultures and reducing legal liability. In this regard, she conducts internal investigations and provides guidance on corrective action to reduce liability.
Schlissel also represents businesses in Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) litigation related to both premises and website accessibility. She actively appears before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the New York State Division of Human Rights, and the New York City Commission on Human Rights. In addition, she represents employers in audits and investigations conducted by the U.S. and New York State Departments of Labor.
Schlissel equips management with tools to effectively respond to and address workplace complaints. She is known for her considerate, proactive, and kind approach, as described by Kenneth Falcon. She is excited to join her new colleagues in expanding the depth and reach of the services provided by Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP.
FRB is a full-service business law firm known for its depth and variety of skills, excellent service, and partnership with clients to achieve legal, business, and personal objectives. The firm prides itself on offering broad-based legal talent and attention to detail that define a truly client-centered law firm. Schlissel leads on-site and virtual training sessions to prevent harassment and discrimination.
With Schlissel on board, FRB's Labor & Employment Law Practice Group is well-equipped to handle a wide range of employment-related issues, providing clients with comprehensive legal advice and representation.
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- Elizabeth E. Schlissel, with her expertise in finance, employment law, and business, will offer comprehensive legal advice and representation for various employment-related issues at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP (FRB).
- Apart from handling employment litigation and compliance counseling, Schlissel also focuses on careers, providing training to prevent harassment and discrimination as she leads on-site and virtual sessions for FRB clients.
