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Leslie Beale has extensive experience in managing a variety of legal issues facing employers, including serving as Senior Attorney for a publicly traded restaurant company where she had primary responsibility for management of the employment claims team. Ms. Beale has investigated and responded to more than 100 charges of discrimination from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and similar agencies. She has successfully represented clients in both federal and state courts, as well as in mediation and conciliation actions with various enforcement agencies. Ms. Beale regularly advises clients on a wide range of legal compliance issues, drafts handbooks and employment policies, and conducts training for clients and their employees.
In addition to being a licensed attorney, Ms. Beale is also certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources by HRCI.
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Licensed in Tennessee for 24 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2002
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The Beale Firm, PLLC
318 Nancy Lynn Lane, Suite 27, Knoxville, TN, 37919
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Posted by anonymous | January 06, 2011 | Business
Client/In-house Counsel
Leslie knows employment law inside out and backwards. She gives very practical, real-world advice rather than the "worst case scenario" advice a lot of lawyers give. She doesn't have to go research everything--she knows the answers and tells you what you should do. She is also efficient which keep...
Leslie L Beale's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am please to provide an endoresement of Leslie Beale. As in-house counsel, I find that you can always rely on Ms. Beale's professionalism and vast knowledge of employment law. A top-notch attorney."
"This attorney is very knowledgeable, diligent and experienced. She understands the needs of corporate clients, having served in-house, and tailors her solutions to best meet the legal and business needs of her clients. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mrs. Beale's professionalism and commitment to her clients is evident in her work, both in and outside the courtroom. Her knowledge in employment and labor matters is outstanding and makes her a worthy ally and formidable opponent. If you're in need of a great employment lawyer, there isn't a lawyer I would recommend higher than Leslie Beale."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Top Attorney Labor and Employment Defense, Knoxville Cityview Magazine
2011
Top Attorney - Employee Benefits/ERISA - Employer, Knoxville Cityview Magazine
2010
Top Attorney, Labor and Employment Defense, Knoxville City View Magazine
2009
Top Attorney, Labor and Employment Defense, Knoxville City View Magazine
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Founding Member, The Beale Firm, PLLC
2007 - 2011
Attorney, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz
2003 - 2007
Senior Attorney, Ruby Tuesday, Inc.
Associations
2010 - Present
Knoxville Bar Association, Work-Life Balance CommitteeMember
2010 - Present
Knoxville Chamber PartnershipAmbassador
Tennessee Bar Association
Member
Knoxville Bar Association
Member
2008 - 2009
Knoxville Bar Association, Corporate Counsel SectionCo-Chair
Education
2002
University of Tennessee College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Multiple Sclerosis Society
The Americans with Disabilities Act - 2011 and Beyond
2011
Employers' Toolbox Series
The Americans with Disabilities Act and Your Workforce - Today, Tomorrow and Beyond
2011
Employers' Toolbox Series
Leave Me Alone - An Employer's Guide to Managing the FMLA
2011
Employers' Toolbox Lunch Series
Spring Cleaning - Five Ways to Improve Your Employment Practices Without Calling Your Lawyer
2010
Baker Donelson Breakfast Briefing
After the Complaint: How to Conduct and Effective and Efficient Investigation
2010
Baker Donelson Breakfast Briefing
First Things First: Classifying Employees and Independent Contractors
2009
Baker Donelson Breakfast Briefing
Top 10 HR Practices
2008
Strategies and Solutions for Today's Employer
What's the Word? The Status of English Only Policies in the Workplace
Publications
2011
The Beale Firm Blog
EEOC Releases ADAAA Regulations
2010
BakerDonelson Client Alert
For Your Eyes Only: Employee Privacy on Employer Systems
2010
KBA Corporate Counsel Section's The Consigliore
Traps for Employers in Social Media Networks
2009
Baker Donelson Client Alert
Di-GINA Know? GINA is Effective November 21, 2009
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides