Introduction
Christopher J. Moro is counsel in Nixon Peabody’s Labor & Employment practice group. He represents both large and small employers in connection with a wide range of employment-related matters.
My focus
My practice focuses on representing employers in litigation matters and providing preventative advice and counsel.
Employment Litigation
I represent employers in litigation matters in federal and state courts and administrative agencies. I have particular experience defending employers against lawsuits brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans With Disabilities Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the New York State Human Rights Law and the New York City Human Rights Law.
Preventative Advice and Counsel
In my role as an advisor, my goal is to stop litigation before it starts. To that end, I provide advice and counsel regarding a variety of personnel decisions and assist employers in drafting, revising and implementing workplace policies to ensure compliance with federal, New York State and New York City laws. I also provide anti-discrimination, anti-harassment and anti-retaliation training for management and human resources officials.
Looking ahead
I am keeping an eye on newly passed and pending legislation—particularly in New York State and New York City—that imposes unprecedented regulations on the employer-employee relationship and makes compliance a moving target for employers. I also foresee the continued expansion of employee protections under existing workplace laws, and more employees filing lawsuits to assert those protections as a result.
In the news
- Long Island Business News
Retailers await guidance on new worker safety law as March deadline looms
Jan 9, 2025Long Island Labor & Employment associate Chris Moro is quoted in this article covering the New York Retail Worker Safety Act (RWSA). Chris discusses some of the biggest challenges for employers under the RWSA and he emphasizes the importance of consulting with legal counsel regarding necessary changes to policies and practices, as well as monitoring any forthcoming guidance issued by the DOL and amendments to the RWSA.
- Law 360
Verizon Workers Seek OK On $30M Deal In 401(k) Class Action
Verizon workers revealed details in a New York federal court filing for a $30 million deal to settle claims that about 160,000 current and former workers who participated in Verizon's 401(k) plan lost retirement savings through an underperforming hedge fund, seeking to end the seven-year-long case. Verizon is represented by Ian C. Taylor, Jennifer K. Squillario, Charles M. Dyke, Christopher J. Moro and Myra A. Benjamin of Nixon Peabody LLP.July 12, 2023 - Law360
Verizon Can't Derail Sweeping 401(k) Class Action
New York federal judge ruled that Verizon has to face a 200,000-member class action claiming the company violated federal benefits law by allowing a lackluster fund to remain in its 401(k) roster, saying Verizon hadn't explained why it kept that fund in its lineup. Verizon is represented by Christopher John Moro, Ian Taylor and Jennifer Squillario of Nixon Peabody LLP.April 24, 2023 - Rochester Business Journal
Major ruling protects sexual orientation, gender identity
Rochester Corporate partner Jeremy Wolk contributed this column on the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent determination—notably during Pride Month—that sexual orientation and gender identity are protected under federal law. The column was adapted from an NP alert by Rochester partner Stephanie Caffera, Providence office managing partner Andrew Prescott, Boston department attorney Aimee Bierman, and Long Island associate Christopher Moro, all of the Labor and Employment group.July 10, 2020 - Law360
New Washington employment laws focus on privacy and #MeToo
Long Island labor and employment partner Chris Gegwich and associate Chris Moro co-wrote this article analyzing new laws recently passed in Washington state that will directly impact employer-employee relationships when they take effect in June.April 23, 2018 - Law360.com
What to Know About NY's New Paid Family Leave Law: Part 2
Long Island labor and employment associates Tony Dulgerian, Chris Moro and David Tauster co-wrote this second article in a two-part series addressing employers’ frequently asked questions about New York state’s new paid family leave law.Jan 11, 2018 - Law360.com
What to Know About NY's New Paid Family Leave Law: Part 1
Long Island labor and employment associates Tony Dulgerian, Christopher Moro and David Tauster co-wrote this first article in a two-part series addressing employers’ frequently asked questions about New York state’s new paid family leave law.Jan 10, 2018
Admitted to practice
New York
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Education
Maurice A. Deane School of Law, Hofstra University, J.D., cum laude; Senior Associate Editor, Hofstra Law Review
University of Pittsburgh, B.A.
Recognition
- Named to the 2025 “Ones to Watch” by The Best Lawyers in America® for Appellate Practice, Labor and Employment Law—Management, and Litigation—Labor and Employment in Jericho, NY; listed in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch since 2021
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