FAQ: Kimberly Cole Joins Conn Maciel Carey's California Labor & Employment Practice

Who is Kimberly Cole and what role has she taken at Conn Maciel Carey?

Kimberly Cole is an experienced employment attorney with over two decades of experience who has joined Conn Maciel Carey as a Senior Counsel in the firm’s Los Angeles and San Francisco offices.

What areas of law will Kimberly Cole focus on at the firm?

She will support the firm’s national Labor & Employment and Litigation Practices, specializing in California employment law including wage and hour disputes, discrimination claims, retaliation cases, and whistleblower claims.

Why is Kimberly Cole’s addition significant for Conn Maciel Carey?

Her deep understanding of California’s labor and employment law and sharp legal insight are considered a tremendous asset as the labor landscape evolves rapidly, enhancing the firm’s capabilities in the California region.

What specific experience does Kimberly Cole bring to the firm?

She has represented corporations in wage and hour disputes, defended clients against discrimination and retaliation claims, handled cases from initial demand to jury trial, and represented clients before administrative agencies and appellate courts.

What professional affiliations and background does Kimberly Cole have?

She is a member of the California Bar Association, the California Labor and Employment section, and the Association of Workplace Investigators, and has served as an adjunct professor teaching legal writing and professional ethics.

Where will Kimberly Cole be based within Conn Maciel Carey?

She will be working from the firm’s Los Angeles and San Francisco offices, supporting clients in California and nationally.

What did firm leadership say about Kimberly Cole’s addition?

Kara M. Maciel, Chair of the Labor and Employment Practice Group, emphasized her sharp legal insight, while Rachel L. Conn, California Practice Chair, highlighted her successful track record with complex employment matters.

What type of law firm is Conn Maciel Carey?

It is a national boutique law firm focused on Labor & Employment, OSHA/MSHA Workplace Safety, and Litigation, serving clients from multi-national organizations to start-ups with strategic guidance on workplace challenges.