Kristie specializes in advising and representing employers in a broad range of employment matters arising under federal and state law. She represents employers in all types of employment litigation, including claims of discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour violations, trade secret violations and other employment-related causes of action. Kristie also counsels employers on various topics including the ADA, FLSA, FMLA, and non-compete issues, provides training, and regularly reviews and drafts employment agreements, policies, and handbooks.

Presentations and Speaking Engagements
Social and Business Networking Sites: How They've Impacted the Workplace, November 2009

Overview of Federal Laws Affecting the Employment Relationship, Training for Managers, July 2008

Update on Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation Law, November 2007

Volunteers & The Law: The Legal Issues of Working with Volunteers, October 2006

Publications
"Time to Get the Message: How Employers Can Address the Influx of Text Messaging in the Workplace," Employment & The Law (April 2010)

"'MySpace' v. Company's Space: A New Jersey Court Weighs in on Employment Decisions Based on Social Media Content," Privacy & Data Security Law Journal, Vol. 4, No. 10 (October 2009)

“Recent Sixth Circuit Court Decision Recognizes ‘Associational Retaliation’ Claims,” Employment & The Law (November 2008)

“Telecommuting: 10 Legal Considerations,” Employment Benefit Plan Review, Vol. 63, No. 3 (September 2008) (co-author)

"FMLA Expansion for Military Families Signed Into Law," E-Alert (January 2008)

"Revisions to the EEO-1 Report," Employment & The Law (Winter 2007)

"EEOC Issues New Guidance on Discrimination of Workers with Caregiver Responsibilities," Employment & The Law (Winter 2007)

"House Education and Labor Committee Approves Bill that Would Make it Easier for Unions to Become Certified," E-Alert (February 2007)

"Oasis or Mirage, Desert Palace and Its Impact on the Summary Judgment Landscape," 33 Fla. St. U.L. Rev. 1177 (2006)