Matthew J. Feery

Associate

Chicago

(312) 236-0475
Matthew_Feery@gshllc.com
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Biography

Matthew J. Feery counsels clients on issues involving employment discrimination, restrictive covenants, wage and hour concerns, disability and medical leave, and compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. In addition to day-to-day employment counseling, his experience includes representing and defending employers of all sizes in employment litigation in a variety of settings, including state and federal courts and administrative agencies, as well as the American Arbitration Association.

Recently, as the second chair in a federal jury trial, he obtained a favorable jury verdict on behalf of a national retailer in a disability discrimination case brought by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

He has composed employee handbooks and drafted employment agreements, including non-competition agreements, confidentiality agreements, and separation agreements. Mr. Feery also has experience with issues under a variety of employment laws and regulations, including Title VII, the FMLA, the ADA, the FLSA, and the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, as well as myriad state discrimination laws. In addition to his work on behalf of clients, he serves as the editor of the Firm’s weekly employment law eNewsletter, The 60-Second Memo®.

Mr. Feery earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Illinois College of Law. He earned B.A. degrees in Political Science and History, graduating cum laude, from Marquette University and also studied at the London School of Economics. Mr. Feery served as an Extern to Chief Judge Paul P. Biebel, Jr., Cook County Circuit Court, Criminal Division, in Chicago. He is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and is admitted to practice in the states of Wisconsin and Illinois, as well as the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin and the Northern District of Illinois.

Education & Bar Admissions

Education

University of Illinois College of Law, J.D., magna cum laude
Marquette University, B.A., Political Science and History, cum laude

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Wisconsin
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois

In the News

12/1/2014 - GSH Obtains Federal Jury Verdict Against EEOC In Disability Accommodation and Termination Case
2/15/2010 - Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan welcomes Matthew J. Feery

Publications

Expanding Retaliation Fourth Circuit Rejects Manager Rule in Title VII Cases
September 2, 2015 — Mathew J. Feery, Esq.

Poverty to Percentiles Significant Changes Coming to Overtime Exemptions
July 8, 2015 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Supreme Court Rejects EEOC Bid for Unreviewable Conciliation Efforts
May 7, 2015 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Precedent Preserves Prerogative: Agency Can Change Position on Issue without Advance Notice
March 12, 2015 — Jill Pedigo Hall, Esq. & Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Seventh Circuit: SEC Filing May Constitute Title VII Retaliation
February 5, 2015 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Recent Case Clarifies NLRB Recent Case Clarifies NLRB Comments
September 4, 2014 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Can You Discipline for False EEOC Charges?
August 7, 2014 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

NLRB Rules Numerous Portions of Hooters Handbook Violate the NLRA
June 12, 2014 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

The NLRB’s Continuing Scrutiny of Confidentiality Policies
May 8, 2014 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Sixth Circuit: Transfer to Previously Sought-After Position Can Be an Adverse Employment Action
January 23, 2014 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Tenth Circuit Clarifies Notice Requirement for Religious Accommodation Cases
October 24, 2013 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

NLRB Continues Focus on Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement Provisions
August 8, 2013 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Department of Labor Issues New Guidance on FMLA Leave to Care for Adult Children
January 24, 2013 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

The Supreme Court to Settle Circuit Split on Supervisor Substance
June 27, 2012 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

The Other Office Politics
April 25, 2012 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

NLRB Cases Provide Guidance on Drafting Social Media Policies
February 29, 2012 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

EEOC Outlines New Four-Year Strategic Plan
February 1, 2012 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

NLRB Requires Employers to Post New Employee Rights Notice
September 28, 2011 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

How Not To Get Burned By Your Company’s Summer Picnic
July 27, 2011 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

More Means Less - The OFCCP Proposes Major Changes To Scheduling Letter To Reduce Burden On Contractors
June 29, 2011 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Wisconsin Employers Face Loaded Decision With Impending Concealed Carry Law
June 22, 2011 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Special Alert - Court Of Appeals Reinstates Milwaukee Paid Sick Leave Law Though Pending Legislation May Void It
March 24, 2011 — Jill Pedigo Hall Esq. and Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Light Dusting - A Brief Survey Of Snow Day Issues For Employers
March 2, 2011 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

The Financial Reform Act’s Little-known Diversity Provision And What It May Mean To You
September 1, 2010 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

Congress Extends Eligibility For COBRA Subsidy
March 24, 2010 — Matthew J. Feery, Esq.

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