Peter Hale Presenter at Maine State Bar Association 25th Annual Employment Law Update: Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Pierce Atwood employment law attorney Peter Hale will participate in a discussion on all aspects of neurodiversity in the workplace. The goal of this session is to educate attorneys so they are better able to effectively advise clients on how to best comply with the legal requirements, and create neuro-affirming workplaces that benefit not only their employees but also the overall business.

Topics will include:

• The difference between neurodivergence and mental illness
• How to create neuro-affirming work environments
• Common misunderstandings and misconceptions about neurodivergence
• Neuro-affirming language and microaggressions regarding neurodivergence and mental illness
• Accommodation best practices
• The business case for neurodiversity

Please visit the Maine State Bar Association for more information and registration instructions.

Peter Hale is an experienced employment law attorney providing counsel and representation to employers on a wide range of issues. He also assists clients with issues concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII, Fair Labor Standards Act, FMLA and state leave laws, non-competition and restrictive covenants, and employment agreements.