Tamera M. Woodard

Associate

Tamera M. Woodard has extensive experience representing management in all facets of labor and employment relationships, including claims arising under:

• Title VII
• The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Other federal and state statutes
  

She litigates employment and labor claims in federal and state courts and before government agencies, and she represents employers in arbitrations and mediations.

Ms. Woodard also conducts anti-harassment and discrimination training for employees and management, and has experience reviewing and advising clients on employee handbooks and related employment policies.

In 2008, Ms. Woodard was selected to the Leadership Academy of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia.

Publications

"Supreme Court Sheds Light On What Constitutes A 'Charge' Under The ADEA," Schiff Hardin Labor and Employment Update (April 2008)

The Developing Labor Law, (Contributor) BNA (2008)

 

Speeches and Presentations

"Cautionary Lessons In Ethics for Corporate Counsel," Association of Corporate Counsel, Georgia Chapter (March 2008)

"Employment Law Basics," Atlanta Community Food Bank (April 2006)

Pro Bono Activities

Guardian ad litem, Fulton Superior Court

Previous Experience

Prior to joining Schiff Hardin, Ms. Woodard worked at two other Atlanta law firms where she gained experience in various aspects of labor and employment matters, as well as complex civil and multi-district litigation.

Earlier in her career, Ms. Woodard was a worker's compensation specialist for a major insurance company and a military service representative for one of the largest shipping companies in the world.

Education

Professional Memberships

American Bar Association
Georgia Delegate

National Employment Law Council

National Bar Association

Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys

State Bar of Georgia
Young Lawyers Division
      Executive Council
      Leadership Academy

Atlanta Bar Association
Young Lawyers Division
Section of Labor and Employment Law

Michigan Bar Association
Young Lawyers Division