EMILY PATAJO
Partner
Akerman LLP
Partner at Akerman LLP, Emily Patajo is a seasoned labor and employment attorney, boasting a wealth of experience focusing on employment litigation in state and federal courts. Specializing in risk assessment and defense, she represents employers across diverse sectors, including grocery, retail, technology and healthcare. Patajo excels in handling litigation matters related to wrongful termination, unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation under California law. Additionally, she regularly represents employers in contentious class action and PAGA lawsuits.
Beyond litigation, Patajo adeptly manages administrative issues, advising on charges before state agencies like the California Civil Rights Department. Her strategic guidance to human resources spans personnel management, investigations and evaluations of requests for reasonable accommodations.
