Drawing upon extensive years of experience working for prestigious Fortune 500 companies as an employment law adviser and human resources expert, Theresa brings a unique perspective on private sector business and employment law matters for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Theresa counsels and represents employers virtually on federal and state employment and labor related laws and regulations, including but not limited to workplace harassment, discrimination, retaliation, adverse action, and wage and hour issues. She is experienced in conducting workplace training, investigations, and participating in conciliation and fact-findings before state and federal agencies.
Theresa is an accomplished civil trial attorney, in addition to her work representing clients in family and matrimonial disputes. She is also a member of Broome and Tioga County’s 18B panels and actively represents children in these communities.
Prior to starting her firm, Theresa was most recently Clerk to a New York State Supreme Court Justice. She also worked for prestigious local firms doing similar legal work to her firm's practice areas. While attending law school, Theresa worked full-time as a Senior Employment Law and Equal Employment Opportunity adviser in the legal department of a Fortune 500 services and technology company. There, she defended the company against charges of discrimination, managed the employment law litigation docket, provided counsel to all levels of human resources management, and chaired the legal department committee responsible for researching law and updating employee handbook policies, among other responsibilities.
Theresa obtained her juris doctorate from the Widener University School of Law, Evening Law Program and is completing her master’s degree thesis in Organizational Psychology from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, PA.
Theresa is passionate about serving on the board of directors of Mothers and Babies Perinatal Network, the board of directors of the Broome County Council of Churches, and supporting anti-domestic violence causes. Outside of the office, she enjoys tennis, golf, hiking and camping with her family.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 2013 | 02/24/2022 |
MA | Inactive | 2013 | 02/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 7 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate | Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP | 2017 - Present |
Associate | Tully Rinckey, PLLC | 2016 - 2017 |
Senior Employment Law/EEO Specialist | RICOH Americas Corporation | 2008 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Broome County Bar Association | 2016 - Present | |
New York State Bar Association | 2016 - Present | |
Massachusetts Bar Association | 2013 - 2014 | |
Women's Bar Foundation of Massachusetts | 2013 - 2014 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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EEOC 2016 Update: New Procedure for Position Statements | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
Rosemont College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
Saint Joseph's University | MA - Pending | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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United Way Volunteer Conference | Employment Law | 2017 |
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Melissa Mummery, Unknown Attorney on Feb 16, 2017
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Theresa is a thorough and attentive attorney. She proactively pursues the best possible outcome for every client she represents. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation.
Anthony Kuhn, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 17, 2017
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Theresa is a proactive attorney who will diligently pursue a positive outcome for each of her clients. Theresa's knowledge and experience make her an idea choice for any client. I endorse this lawyer.
Melissa Mummery, Unknown Attorney on Feb 16, 2017
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Theresa is a thorough and attentive attorney. She proactively pursues the best possible outcome for every client she represents. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation.
Anthony Kuhn, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 17, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Theresa is a proactive attorney who will diligently pursue a positive outcome for each of her clients. Theresa's knowledge and experience make her an idea choice for any client. I endorse this lawyer.
Peter Charnetsky, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 16, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Theresa provides quality representation to all of her clients. Her prior history in the corporate world is an asset to her representation for our corporate/employment clientele!
Peter Pullano, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 10, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Glad to have her on the team. An asset to our firm. I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Link, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 15, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Debra Cohn, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 15, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Theresa has a very innate sense of the law and represents her clients with zeal. Plus, she cares about her clients as well and it shows in how she practices law.
Barbara King, Family Attorney on Sep 19, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Theresa combines a respect for the law and care for her clients into a powerful advocacy tool. Her dedication to helping clients reach their legal goals makes her an excellent addition to Tully Rinckey.
Mario Cometti, Unknown Attorney on Sep 16, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Theresa is a rising star and an excellent attorney. A real asset to any law firm.
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