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Laurie Berke-Weiss

Labor and Employment Law Attorney in New York, NY

Laurie Berke-Weiss, founder of Berke-Weiss Law PLLC, has over 35 years of employment law experience, representing both employees and employers in discrimination and harassment cases. She is a recognized leader in the field and a frequent speaker on employment issues.

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Laurie Berke-Weiss

About this Lawyer/Firm

Laurie Berke-Weiss has over 35 years of experience in employment law, representing businesses, non-profits, executives, and professionals. She provides counsel on various workplace issues, including sexual harassment, discrimination, wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, FMLA rights, and pregnancy-related concerns. Laurie also advises on employment and severance agreements. With experience representing both employees and employers, she offers a well-rounded perspective when advising clients, handling mediations, litigations, or conducting investigations.

Laurie is the founder and principal attorney of Berke-Weiss Law PLLC, her boutique law firm. She has participated in and led numerous conferences, panels, and seminars, addressing topics like employment discrimination and the impact of the immigration crisis on women and children. Recently, she was quoted by CNN on pay transparency and by Employment Law 360 on flexible work arrangements.

For the last decade, Laurie has consistently been listed among the Top 100: New York — Metro Super Lawyers and Top 50: Women New York — Metro Super Lawyers. A leader in the legal community, she has served as President of the New York Women’s Bar Association and as Chair of the Executive Committee of the New York City Bar.

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Main Office: 150 East 52nd Street, Suite 21002, New York, NY 10022

Practice Areas:

Languages Spoken: English

Fees

Emergency After Hours: Yes

Labor and Employment Law

Labor and employment law governs the relationships between employers, employees, and labor unions, addressing issues related to workplace rights, responsibilities, and protections. This practice area covers a wide range of topics, including wage and hour laws, discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, workplace safety, and employee benefits. Employment attorneys assist clients in complying with federal and state labor laws, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and represent them in disputes involving employment contracts, labor relations, and regulatory violations. They also handle matters related to union negotiations and collective bargaining. Overall, labor and employment law ensures that workplace practices are fair, lawful, and protective of both employers’ and employees’ rights.

Laurie Berke-Weiss

Employment Attorney

She is a recognized leader in the legal community and frequently presents on employment-related topics.

Education:

FORDHAM LAW SCHOOL, J.D.

RUTGERS UNIVERSITY

CORNELL UNIVERSITY

Bar Admission:

U.S. District Court Southern & Eastern District of New York

U.S. Court of Appeals, second Circuit

U.S. Supreme Court

Language: English

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Fees

Emergency After Hours: Yes

Contact Info

Office Address: 150 East 52nd Street, Suite 21002, New York, NY 10022

Phone Number: (212) 888-2680

Email Address: laurie@berkeweisslaw.com

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