Jennifer Spencer, founder of Jackson Spencer Law, has been named to the 2024 edition of Texas Super Lawyers in recognition of her work in labor and employment law. This is her 16th year on the list.
This recognition follows her inclusion on The Best Lawyers in America, another publication that honors the country’s top attorneys, for various areas of labor and employment. Fellow firm attorney M. Neal Bridges joined her on Best Lawyers’ sister publication, Ones to Watch, for employment law. Ones to Watch recognizes attorneys early in their careers.
“Although I was the one recognized, this is truly a team effort and I would be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge the outstanding work of my colleagues,” Ms. Spencer said. “We’re dedicated to fighting for our clients, and when large companies fail to do what’s right on behalf of their employees, we are committed to holding those companies accountable.”
In June, the firm filed a lawsuit against Starbucks Corporation in federal court in Seattle on behalf of Dion Johnson, a U.S. Army veteran. The lawsuit alleges that Johnson was discriminated against and retaliated against for his sex, veteran status, and taking parental leave. During one exchange after his termination, one of Johnson’s supervisors told him, “Maybe having a kid wasn’t the best choice for you.”
In July, Jackson Spencer Law filed a pregnancy discrimination and retaliation lawsuit against Trinity Services Group, Inc. and TKC Holdings, Inc. on behalf of Sherri Denise Collins of Houston. The defendants, which provide food services to correctional institutions, refused to honor Collins’ request for an accommodation, resulting in the tragic miscarriages of her infant son and daughter.
