Laura Prather is the managing principal and litigation manager for the Tampa office of Jackson Lewis, a nationwide employment law firm. Laura concentrates her practice on the representation of management in all facets of labor and employment law. She represents employers in complex litigation cases and class actions related to employment discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, wage and hour matters, non-compete issues, Americans with Disabilities Act issues, and whistleblower actions before federal and state courts, various government agencies, and arbitrators. Laura also regularly provides day-to-day advice, counseling, and training on labor and employment law compliance, including the development of employee policies and handbooks. She represents clients in a wide range of industries including healthcare and hospitality. Laura is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Labor and Employment Law.
Lawyer Profile
Laura E. Prather
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Recognized Since:2015
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Recognized in:Employment Law - ManagementLabor Law - Management...
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Location:Wells Fargo Center, Suite 2200100 South Ashley DriveTampa, FL 33602
Laura Prather is the managing principal and litigation manager for the Tampa office of Jackson Lewis, a nationwide employment law firm. Laura concentrates her practice on the representation of management in all facets of labor and employment law. She represents employers in complex litigation cases and class actions related to employment discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, wage and hour matters, non-compete issues, Americans with Disabilities Act issues, and whistleblower actions before federal and state courts, various government agencies, and arbitrators. Laura also regularly provides day-to-day advice, counseling, and training on labor and employment law compliance, including the development of employee policies and handbooks. She represents clients in a wide range of industries including healthcare and hospitality. Laura is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Labor and Employment Law.
Lawyer Bio
Education:
- University of Florida, BSBA, graduated 1980
Bar Admissions:
- Florida, 1990
Affiliations:
- Florida Autism Center for Excellence - Former Board member
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in:
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Awards:
- Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Labor and Employment Law
Special Focus:
- COVID-19
Lawyer Practice Areas
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Awarded in Best Lawyers
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Firm Details
Jackson Lewis P.C.
59
Office Locations
in 2
Countries
Lawyer Case History
Defeated Class Action in wage and hour matter
Successfully defended state wide class action with potential damages in low 8 figures.
Department of Labor
Successfully negotiated settlement with the department of labor preventing liquidated damages and civil money penalties on behalf of national client.
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