Education

Loyola University Chicago School of Law, J.D.
Loyola University Chicago, MBA, magna cum laude
Washington University in St. Louis, B.S.B.A., Organizational Human Resources and International Business

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Minnesota

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Laura Garofalo

Associate
Chicago
t: 312-715-5722

Laura C. Garofalo focuses her practice in labor and employment law in Holland & Knight’s Chicago office. Ms. Garofalo has experience representing employers before federal and state courts, administrative agencies, and in mediation and arbitration proceedings.

Ms. Garofalo has also been recognized by Holland & Knight for her representation of pro bono clients.

Prior to entering law school, Ms. Garofalo worked in the human resources departments of two major companies where she advised employees in the areas of employee relations, leaves of absence, benefits, and payroll.

Professional Honors & Awards

  • Pro Bono Champ, Holland & Knight, 2007

Court Admissions

  • All State Courts in Illinois
  • All State Courts in Minnesota
  • U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois

Speaking Engagements

  • Retention and Work Assignment Strategies, Holland & Knight Labor and Employment Seminar, November 8, 2007
  • Recent Developments in Illinois Wage and Hour Laws, Society of Human Resources Professionals, Legal Update by Holland & Knight, February 14, 2007
  • Retaliation: In Light of Burlington Northern, Holland & Knight Labor and Employment Seminar, September 28, 2006
  • Recent Activity at the EEOC, IDHR and IHRC, Illinois Labor and Employment Law Primer, May 18, 2006

Published Articles & Books