Public and private corporations rely on Marti Downey to represent them in a wide range of labor and employment law matters. She has successfully defended employers in both federal and state courts as well as before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the American Arbitration Association (AAA), and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Clients benefit from Marti's high energy and collaborative work style.
Her areas of focus include:
· Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
· Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
· Employee leave
· Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
· Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
· Wage and hour issues
· Workplace harassment
With a bright personality and collaborative style, Marti also proactively counsels and trains clients on a wide range of topics, assisting them in drafting appropriate workplace policies to promote the smooth operation of their business.
Professional
· Member, Tennessee Bar Association
· Member, Nashville Bar Association
· Member, Washington State Bar Association
· Member, American Bar Association
· Member, Women of Waller
Community
· Former Member, Board of Directors, Alzheimer's Association-Western and Central Washington Chapter
· Former Co-Chair, Tasteful Evening Chef & Wine Dinner, Alzheimer's Association Fundraiser
Prior Affiliations
· Associate, Perkins Coie, LLP, Seattle, Washington, 2006-2011
· Legal Extern, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, London, United Kingdom, Fall 2005
Up Close
Marti's time spent living in England inspired her love of international travel and food - and soccer! She is an avid fan of both the U.K. Chelsea Football Club and the Seattle Sounders. Marti also enjoys attending the theater and spending time with her husband and daughter.