Labor and Employment attorney Lori Adelson joins Ruden McClosky

FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA. – June 29, 2011 – Attorney Lori Adelson has joined the law firm of Ruden McClosky as Of Counsel. She brings with her extensive labor and employment litigation experience having represented both private and public sector entities in all phases of employment and civil rights litigation. Her litigation experience includes trials involving matters arising under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act. She has also represented clients in collective bargaining agreements, grievances, and arbitration.

Prior to joining Ruden McClosky, Adelson was Of Counsel at another large Ft. Lauderdale-based law firm where she handled a broad range of labor & employment discrimination matters including race; national origin; gender; religion; disability discrimination and retaliation; sexual harassment; and housing discrimination.

Adelson is a member of The Florida Bar and the New York State Bar and is admitted to practice before the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals; the U.S. District Courts, Southern and Middle Districts of Florida; and the Eastern and Southern District Courts of New York. She also is a member of The Florida Bar Association, the Broward County Bar Association, and is an active member of the civic organization Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options (JAFCO), Benefit Committee.

Adelson earned her law degree at Hofstra University School of Law, (J.D., 1999), and is a graduate of the University of Michigan (B.A., 1990).

About Ruden McClosky P.A.

Ruden McClosky P.A., one of Florida’s longest standing full-service law firms, represents regional, national, and international clients with business interests throughout the state. With offices across Florida, Ruden McClosky is fueled by strong client relationships, a roster of experienced attorneys, and a commitment to delivering superior client service with a focus on results. Among the most respected law firms in the state for more than 50 years, Ruden McClosky’s culture is grounded in professionalism, diversity, and civic involvement. For more information, please visit www.ruden.com