Raleigh, NC – The National Employment Law Council (NELC) has selected Raleigh associate Michael Youssef as one of fewer than 30 Fellows nationwide chosen for the NELC Academy.
As a Fellow, Michael will receive advanced skills training and exposure to NELC’s national network of experienced minority labor and employment attorneys. The Academy also emphasizes mentoring and leadership development by pairing each Fellow with an experienced attorney mentor and creating a pipeline for future NELC leaders. Fellows will also have direct interaction with in-house counsel and leading minority labor and employment practitioners from across the country.
The NELC is a nonprofit charged with increasing the ethnic and racial diversity in the field of labor and employment law through innovative community and relationship-building, meaningful professional advancement, and dynamic mentoring.
At Parker Poe, Michael focuses his practice on employment and business immigration, helping businesses navigate workforce issues and secure the talent they need to grow. He defends companies in EEOC charges and related litigation, while also serving as a day-to-day advisor to employers on workplace decisions and regulatory compliance, including internal policies, employee discipline, employment and separation agreements, as well as leave and accommodation requests. Michael also supports employers in bringing skilled professionals to the United States, preparing visa and green card applications, and advising on I‑9 compliance and internal compliance audits.
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