Allison P. Dearington Named a 40 Under Forty Honoree by Hartford Business Journal
HARTFORD, CT (August 19, 2024) Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Office Litigation Manager and Principal Allison P. Dearington has been named a 2024 40 Under Forty honoree by the Hartford Business Journal (HBJ). The award recognizes outstanding professionals under 40 in the Greater Hartford Region who are excelling in their industries. According to the HBJ, honorees are driven by success, motivated by challenges, are actively involved in the community and are role models for their peers. Allison and the honorees will be celebrated at an awards event on September 19, 2024, at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, CT.
“I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Allison for many years, and I’ve seen firsthand her incredible growth and dedication,” said James F. Shea, Managing Principal of the Hartford Office. “Her exceptional client service and genuine commitment to the community truly set her apart. It’s wonderful to see her passion and hard work celebrated in this way. We’re all incredibly proud of her and thrilled to share in this recognition.”
A seasoned trial attorney with a track record of several landmark rulings, Allison focuses her practice on employment litigation, including class and collective action defense and preventive counseling. She handles a wide range of employment law matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, failure to accommodate, violations of First Amendment rights, wage and hour violations, breach of contract and denial of public accommodations claims. She also routinely counsels clients on a variety of employment practices, including drafting employee handbooks and workplace policies and conducting training seminars and investigations into internal employee complaints.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Allison previously served as chair of the Junior League’s Career Connections for Young Women (CCYW) program, an organization committed to inspiring young women in the Hartford area to focus on career planning, financial independence and improving their academic performance. She has also mentored for Lawyers Collaborative for Diversity, participates in panel discussions for first-year law students at the University of Connecticut School of Law and presented to the Connecticut Bar Association on employment law-related topics.
“I am truly honored to be recognized as a 40 Under Forty honoree by the Hartford Business Journal,” said Allison. “This award reflects the incredible support and collaboration I’ve received from my colleagues and mentors, and the vibrant community we are a part of. I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the legal industry and give back to the community that has supported me throughout my career. I look forward to continuing to grow and make a positive impact.”
Allison earned her J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law and her B.A. from Fordham University.
The Hartford office can be reached at (860) 522-0404.
About Jackson Lewis
Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.
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