Felice Ekelman

Felice B. Ekelman is a principal in the New York City, New York, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. and a former member of the firm's Board of Directors.

She is also the co-author of "Thrive With a Hybrid Workplace" which dives into the ongoing debate overtaking productive conversation in many companies. For companies who seek to be known as a "best-in-class" employer, this book is a must-read for leadership and is a resource that leaders will turn to again and again for encouragement and advice.

Felice has in-depth legal knowledge of workplace law issues. Her expertise ranges from compliance with equal employment opportunity laws, wage and hour laws, and laws governing the relationship between unions and employers. She is well known for her litigation skills and is an experienced trial lawyer.

Felice also is a trusted advisor. She works with businesses to develop sound policies and to train and support leaders. Executives rely on Felice to provide sound business advice. She is an experienced investigator and works with businesses facing public relations crises.

She leads the Firm’s Hospitality Industry group which includes the restaurant, lodging, and fitness industries. Felice speaks regularly at industry leadership events about workplace issues. She also has extensive experience in the retail, healthcare, not-for-profit, higher education, and technology industries.