June 8, 2020

Recording: Paid Family Leave in NY

Woven Bodies, an inclusive digital practice supporting queer folks + allies from family planning through parenthood hosted Associate Alex Berke to offer training on Paid Family Leave. The class was moderated by Morgane Richardson — Perinatal Health Educator, Doula and co-creator of Woven Bodies. You can rent the class for $15 through Woven Bodies.

The class covers the following topics:

  • Understanding, accessing and utilizing Paid Family Leave
  • Taking parental leave from your job
  • Asking for accommodations from your employer
  • Navigating Paid Family Leave as a self-employed person
  • Thinking ahead during Covid-19
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Laurie Berke-Weiss Honored by Cornell University

November 6, 2017
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Employment lawyer Laurie Berke-Weiss was honored to be awarded the Frank H. T. Rhodes Exemplary Alumni Service Award from Cornell University.

Salary History Law Goes Into Effect in New York City

November 3, 2017
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New York City’s salary history “ban” prohibits prospective employers from inquiring about an applicant’s salary history and prevents employment discimination.

New York Metro Super Lawyers 2017 Recognizes Berke-Weiss Law PLLC Lawyers

October 4, 2017
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Laurie Berke-Weiss has been selected to the 2017 New York Super Lawyers list, while Alexandra Berke has been selected to the 2017 New York Rising Stars list.

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