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Tara E. Daub
Partner / Practice Group Leader, Labor & Employment
Introduction
Tara Eyer Daub is a litigation attorney and the practice group leader of Nixon Peabody’s Labor & Employment group. In her practice, Tara represents employers in trial and appellate court litigation, governmental investigations, traditional labor law issues including labor contract bargaining and disputes, and providing strategic and legal compliance counseling to employers relating to workforce decisions and policies for both union and non-union employers. In addition to national and international companies, she represents nonprofit employers, including hospitals, institutions of higher education, and private schools.
My focus
Employment Litigation
I defend clients against employment-related claims of all types in federal and state court litigation, and before various administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, United States Department of Labor, and National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). My experience includes defending claims of employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; actions under the FMLA and disability laws; whistleblower claims; independent contractor misclassification claims; wage-hour collective and class actions; and breach of contract and restrictive covenant actions. I also represent employers in arbitrations in various forums.
Labor Relations
My traditional labor law practice involves representing and advising employers in bargaining with unions, National Labor Relations Act compliance, labor contract administration, grievance and arbitration on discipline and contract interpretation issues, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and management training. This includes representing clients before the NLRB in union representation proceedings and unfair labor practice charges.
Strategic and Compliance Counseling
Drawing on my litigation experience, I help clients develop compliance strategies to avoid litigation and agency enforcement proceedings. I advise and counsel employers on a variety of labor and employment law subjects, including employee discipline and discharge decisions; complaints of sexual and other types of harassment; managing complex leave of absence and disability-related issues; wage-hour issues, including overtime and payroll practices; workforce structuring decisions, including WARN Act compliance; and labor relations. This includes compliance advice on the complex federal, state, and local employment laws that govern these issues. I work closely with employers to develop and review personnel policies and conduct training sessions for managers and employees at all levels. I also conduct internal investigations of complaints of sexual and other types of harassment.
Looking ahead
Employers will continue to need innovative strategies for successfully managing their workforces in a climate of rapid change. I help employers find solutions.
In the news
- New York Law Journal
Decision of the day: Lawyer sanctioned for violating responsibility rule, warned of referral to grievance body
Sep 23, 2024This article covers a Second Circuit decision to affirm the district court’s dismissal of employment discrimination claims against the Fashion Institute of Technology, as well as the sanctioning of opposing counsel for violating a state rule of professional responsibility during settlement discussions. Long Island partner and Labor & Employment practice leader Tara Daub is mentioned in the coverage for representing FIT.
- Law360
Second Circuit won’t revive New York doctor’s FMLA retaliation suit
March 21, 2023This article covers a unanimous summary order by a three-judge panel in the Second Circuit upholding Mercy Medical Center’s victory in a lawsuit filed by a doctor claiming she was terminated for requesting time off after a family birth. The article mentions Long Island partner and Labor & Employment practice leader Tara Daub and Providence Labor & Employment associate Aaron Nadich for representing Mercy Medical Center in the case.
- Law360
Fashion Institute defeats worker’s promotion bias suit
March 15, 2023This article covers a litigation victory on behalf of the Fashion Institute of Technology, which was granted a summary judgment dismissing a lawsuit from an employee claiming the school refused to promote her because of her race. The article mentions Long Island partner and Labor & Employment practice leader Tara Daub and Rochester Labor & Employment associate Jeniffer Taylor for representing FIT in the case.
- Law360
Nixon Peabody adds two labor and employment attorneys
This article features the arrival of Albany Labor & Employment counsel Vince Polsinelli and Chris Stevens to the firm, highlighting that Vince returns after previously working at NP for about 12 years. The article details a longstanding connection between their families as well as a look at their previous experience. Labor & Employment practice group leader Tara Daub, of Long Island, is also quoted in the story.May 11, 2022 - Law360
Law360 names attorneys who moved up the firm ranks in Q1
This roundup article of notable Q1 partner-level promotions includes Steve Zubiago’s election to CEO and managing partner; Long Island partner Tara Daub’s and Los Angeles partner Ben Kim’s promotions to Labor & Employment practice group leader and deputy PGL, respectively; and the attorneys from this year’s new partner class.May 7, 2021 - Newsday
People on the move
Long Island partner Tara Daub was included in this column of notable executive news on Long Island for her promotion to Labor & Employment Practice Group Leader.March 1, 2021 - New York Law Journal
Lawyers on the Move
Long Island partner Tara Daub is included in this column of notable legal moves in New York for her appointment to Labor & Employment practice group leader. Long Island Labor & Employment counsel David Tauster; New York City counsels Julia Casteleiro and Abby Patterson, and Long Island counsel Mike Webb, all in the Affordable Housing & Real Estate group; and Buffalo Complex Commercial Disputes counsel Erik Goergen are also included for their promotions to counsel.Feb 25, 2021 - Bloomberg Law
Wake Up Call
Long Island partner Tara Daub and Los Angeles partner Ben Kim were included in this daily column of notable legal news for their promotions to Labor & Employment Practice Group Leader and Deputy PGL, respectively.Feb 19, 2021 - Rochester Business Journal
Expansive changes bolster protections for employees in New York State
Rochester Corporate partner Jeremy Wolk co-wrote this contributed article on changes to employee protections in New York State, including new limitations on nondisclosure agreements and an increased window for filing harassment claims. The article is adapted from an alert by Long Island Labor and Employment partner Tara Daub Eyer and associate Justin Guilfoyle.Sep 20, 2019 - Long Island Business News
Is your workplace toxic?
Long Island labor and employment partner Tara Daub is quoted in this article about what companies can do to remove a toxic culture in the workplace.June 29, 2018 - Long Island Business News
The right-to-work movement
Long Island labor and employment partner Tara Daub provides commentary in this article on the National Labor Relations Board and a proposed right-to-work bill.Oct 18, 2017 - The Chronicle of Higher Education
Obama's Overtime Proposal Could Be Costly for Colleges
Long Island Labor & Employment partner Tara Daub provides commentary in this article on the Obama administration’s proposed overtime pay rules.July 1, 2015 - Newsday
EOC Updates Guidelines on Pregnancy Discrimination
In this workplace column, Long Island Labor & Employment partner Tara Daub provides commentary on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s updated guidelines on pregnancy discrimination.Aug 18, 2014 - Law360
Intern Rights May Be Next Trend in Employment Law
Labor & Employment partners Tara Daub and Chris Gegwich and Labor & Employment associate Alex Gallin authored this column discussing the future of workplace protections against discrimination and harassment to nonemployee interns.April 18, 2014
Admitted to practice
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
New York
Education
Dickinson School of Law, Pennsylvania State University, J.D.
Millersville University, B.A., cum laude
Professional activities
- New York State Bar Association
- National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA)
Recognition
- Selected, through a peer-review survey, for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 in the field of Litigation—Labor and Employment, Labor Law—Management, and Employment Law—Management. She was selected as the 2025 and 2023 Labor Law—Management “Lawyer of the Year” in Long Island; listed since 2020
- Selected for the Long Island Business News “40 Under 40 Class of 2012” award in recognition of her civic and professional achievements
Pro bono services
Tara performs pro bono legal services for various nonprofit organizations. She received the Legal Aid Society’s Pro Bono Award for outstanding services to the Legal Aid Society in New York City and its clients in 2008. She was also honored by Pro Bono Partnership as a Volunteer of the Year for 2014.
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