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Ralph A. Morris

Of Counsel

Ralph A. Morris represents clients in both traditional labor matters and employment disputes.

He provides presentations on harassment issues and measures employers can take to prevent employment-related litigation.

Mr. Morris has acted as an independent investigator on harassment complaints, and serves as a mediator and arbitrator on employment issues.

Publications

"Is McDonnell Douglas in for a Bumpy Ride?" (co-author) Employment Law Strategist (August 2012)

"When Did Intermittent Become a Noun?" (co-author) Employment Law Strategist (February 2011)

"Employee References: Even if You Have Something Nice to Say, Should You Say Anything at All?" (co-author) Employment Law Strategist (January 2010)

"Arbitrate or Litigate? Choose Your Poison," Employment Law Strategist (February 2009)

"Claims of Harassment: Protecting Employees and Their Employers," Employment Law Strategist (December 2007)

"Tax Issues in Employment Discrimination Cases," Illinois Bar Journal (December 2005)

Speeches and Presentations

Mr. Morris is a frequent speaker at seminars on labor and employment topics.

"Family Responsibilities 2.0: Workplace Issues Beyond the FMLA," (co-presenter) Schiff Hardin LLP webinar (May 19, 2010)

"At-Will Employment and Trends in Employment Litigation," Lorman Education Services, Chicago, Ill. (June 19, 2008)

"Employee Discharge and Documentation in Illinois," Lorman Education Services, Alsip, Ill. (Oct. 14, 2008)

Awards and Honors

Best Lawyers in America, Employment Law – Management; Labor Law – Management; Litigation – Labor & Employment
Fellow, College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
Illinois Super Lawyers, Employment & Labor
Leading Lawyer — Employment Law: Management; Labor Law: Management, Illinois Leading Lawyers Network
Leading Lawyer — Employment: Labor and Employment, Chambers USA — America's Leading Lawyers for Business
AV Rated — Martindale-Hubbell

Education

University of Michigan Law School(J.D., magna cum laude, 1970)Order of the Coif
Associate Editor, Michigan Law Review
Valparaiso University(B.A., 1967)

Teaching Appointments

Adjunct Professor, Columbia College Graduate School Chicago
Adjunct Instructor, Loyola University Graduate School of Business
Guest Lecturer, University of Michigan Law School
Guest Lecturer, University of Illinois College of Law
Instructor, Indiana University School of Law (1970-1971)

Professional Memberships

National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
Illinois Chapter
           Charter Member

American Bar Association
Section of Labor and Employment Law
          Employment Rights and Responsibilities Committee
                     Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution
                     Subcommittee
                     Past Chair, Membership Subcommittee
                     Past Chair, Trial Advocacy Subcommittee
                     Past Chair, Plant Closing Subcommittee

Chicago Bar Association
Past Chair, Labor and Employment Committee

DePaul University College of Law Center for Dispute Resolution
Member, Advisory Board

Association of Attorney-Mediators
 

Civic and Charitable Memberships

Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois
Board of Trustees
Board of Directors, Foundation Board
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