About the Authors

• Jurisdiction: North Carolina

The authors of this publication belong to Ogletree Deakins, one of the largest labor and employment law law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Premier client service is one of the firm’s top priorities and a cornerstone of its core values. U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for five consecutive years. In 2016, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Employment Law - Management category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 750 attorneys located in offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies. www.ogletreedeakins.com

Thomas A. Farr, a shareholder in Ogletree Deakins’ Raleigh office, has more than 35 years of experience representing employers in labor and employment law matters. He focuses his practice on employment litigation and advice, workplace safety, and constitutional law. Farr has been lauded for his accomplishments throughout his career. He is listed in Chambers USA and The Best Lawyers in America, and was named the 2015 Raleigh Employment Law - Management Lawyer of the Year and 2012 Raleigh Labor Law - Management...