Melissa Atkins Appointed to the Philadelphia Bar Association Board of Trustees

Obermayer labor and employment partner Melissa Atkins was appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Philadelphia Bar Association. The Philadelphia Bar Association, established in 1802, is the oldest lawyers’ association in the U.S. It plays a key role in shaping the legal landscape of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania, serving as a trusted resource and gathering place for attorneys, judges, and policymakers.

Melissa is a seasoned labor and employment attorney, representing both private and public sector employers nationwide. She is a frequent speaker on topics including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the legal profession, as well as labor and employment laws such as the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII, and other anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, anti-retaliation, and paid leave statutes.