Barbara Hoey

Barbara Hoey has litigated and won more than a dozen jury and bench trials involving claims arising under Title VII and the ADA, as well as the False Claims Act, FLSA, NY State Whistleblower Law, FMLA, and the ADEA. Barbara also understands that the best resolution to employment disputes is to prevent them from arising in the first place. She collaborates closely with her clients to develop compliance strategies designed to minimize the likelihood of litigation while best positioning them for a successful result should a claim ensue. Barbara works with human resources, in-house counsel and boards across all industries, ranging from healthcare and telecommunications to education, nonprofit and beyond. Known as a pragmatic, yet tough litigator and dynamic and persuasive trial attorney, Barbara is consistently recognized for her work.

A prolific writer and editor, Barbara serves as co-editor of Labor Days, Kelley Drye’s labor and employment law blog.