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BRACKEN, DOUGLAS C.
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Email: dbracken@uprlaw.com
Senior Counsel practicing primarily in employment, labor, tort and commercial litigation in both trial and arbitration. Mr. Bracken represents employers defending employee claims for discrimination and retaliation under Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA and other state and federal employment laws; before state and governmental agencies; and on union grievances. He also defends employers who have opted out of the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act. He can also assist employers in avoiding litigation by advising them on their employment policies, procedures, and handbooks, and on other employment issues, including those involving employment and non-compete agreements.
Education
Juris Doctor, Member of Law Review - Texas Tech University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts, cum laude - Washington & Lee University
Professional History
Admitted to Texas Bar - 1992
Admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted to practice before U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Western and Southern Districts of Texas
Board Certified, Labor and Employment Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Professional Affiliations
Member, State Bar of Texas, Labor and Employment, Litigation Sections
Member, Dallas Bar Association, Employment Law Section
Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
Published Opinions
Sherrod v. American Airlines, Inc., 132 F.3d 1112 (5th Cir. 1998)
In re Michael Copeland, 45 S.W.3d 348 (Tex. App.-Texarkana 2001, orig. proceeding)
Seminars
"Averting the Legal Challenges that Arise from Constructive Discharge and Wrongful Terminations," Council on Education in Management, Employment Law Update, 2006
"Effectively Managing Return to Work Issues: Understanding Your Employer Rights and Responsibilities," Council on Education in Management, FMLA Update, 2004
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