We are excited to announce two new attorneys who have recently joined our firm. Melanie A. Renken focuses her practice on Labor & Employment Law and Education Law. With extensive experience in litigating employment lawsuits, Melanie also helps clients navigate...
Client Alert: EEOC Issues New Guidance for Employers on COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates and Incentives in the Workplace
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) recently released long-awaited guidance for employers who are considering mandates and incentives for COVID-19 vaccinations. The EEOC’s new guidance explicitly states that, under federal nondiscrimination law,...
2021 Best Law Firms Announced
Mickes O'Toole, LLC has been ranked in the 2021 “Best Law Firms” list by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®. This is the tenth consecutive year Mickes O'Toole has been ranked. Mickes O'Toole, LLC received the following rankings: Regional Tier 1 St. Louis - Education Law...
Reese Selected to America’s Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators
Announcing the selection of Vincent Reese, managing partner at Mickes O'Toole, among America’s Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators® for 2020. Selection to America’s Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators® is by invitation only and is reserved to identify most exceptional...
DOL’s Notice Requirements under the FFCRA
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which expanded emergency FMLA and paid sick leave includes a notice requirement for employers. Below are links that came out with the required employer notice as well as a FAQ for posting the notice. Note posting...
Federal Government Responds to Coronavirus Pandemic With New Requirements for School Districts Regarding Paid And Unpaid Leave
Hours ago the federal government passed the first substantial change to paid leave laws in response to the current public health emergency. Earlier this week, the House passed an amended version of its Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which significantly...
Vince Reese Honored with Leadership Award for Diversity and Inclusion
Congratulations to Vince Reese, Managing Partner of Mickes O’Toole, LLC., on being honored with the Dr. R. Jerome Williams, Sr. Leadership Award for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion. Vince will be honored at the 9th Annual Royal Vagabonds, Inc. & Royal...
Mickes O’Toole Among the Largest Law Firms in St. Louis
St. Louis Business Journey has ranked Mickes O’Toole as one of the Largest Law Firms in St. Louis. Additionally, the firm was also ranked as one of the Largest Labor and Employment Law Firms.
2020 Best Law Firms Announced
Mickes O'Toole, LLC has been named a “Best Law Firms” by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® in 2020. This is the ninth year in a row Mickes O'Toole has been ranked. The U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes...
Vince Reese to Speak at 2019 Annual Labor & Employment Symposium
Vince Reese & Russell Riggan will be presenting a the 2019 Annual Labor & Employment Symposium on, "Arbitration & Restricted Covenants." The symposium will be November 8, 2019 at the Holiday Inn St. Louis - Downtown Convention Center. This panel will...