Executive Committee

The Executive Committee consists of the chair, vice-chair, treasurer, secretary and the chairs of the Standing Committees. The Committee is responsible for the general operation of the organization.

Officers:

Chair: Elizabeth Rodgers, Rodgers, Powers & Schwartz, 617-742-7010

Vice-Chair: Robert Mantell, Rodgers, Powers & Schwartz, 617-742-7010

Treasurer: David Conforto, Conforto Law Group, 617-721-9139

Secretary: Amy C. Mainelli-Burke, Kotin, Crabtree & Strong, LLP, 617-227-7031

Standing Committees:

Amicus Committee
chair: Sara Smolik, Rogers, Powers & Schwartz, LLP, 617-742-7010

The Amicus Committee is responsible for receiving and processing requests for amicus briefs in employment law cases. The Committee gathers the information that will be considered in deciding whether a brief will be submitted. The Committee is responsible for facilitating the writing and filing of the brief; however, all members of MELA are welcome to participate in writing the briefs, whether they are members of the Committee or not.

MCAD/EEOC Committee
Lynn Weissberg, Stern, Shapiro, Weissberg & Garin, 617-742-5800

The MCAD Committee is responsible for keeping our membership informed of any changes in the substantive or procedural rulings and standards of the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. The Committee meets with representatives of the MCAD to maintain MELA's relationship with MCAD, to address issues arising in agency proceedings and to explore ways in which the bar can best assist the agency in reaching its goals.

Legislative Committee
co-chairs: Phil Gordon, Gordon Law Group, 617-536-1800
John Davis, Davis & Davis, P.C., 617-933-3838

The Legislative Committee is responsible for orchestrating MELA's activities with respect to changes in the legislation governing the rights of Massachusetts employees. The Committee facilitates member participation in lobbying efforts and works with other organizations to identify and respond to issues arising in workplace legislation.

Program Committee
co-chairs: Paul H. Merry, Law Office of Paul H. Merry, 617-720-2400
Lori A. Jodoin, Rodgers, Powers & Schwartz, 617-742-7010

The Program Committee is responsible for organizing and facilitating the programs for our general membership meetings. The topics are selected by the members of the executive committee based on the needs and interests of the membership.

Wage and Hour Committee
chairs: Philip Gordon, Gordon Law Group, 617-536-1800

The Wage and Hour Committee is responsible for keeping our membership informed of any changes in the state and federal laws related to overtime, minimum wage and related issues. The committee also meets with members of the Attorney General's office to build and maintain MELA's relationship with the Attorney General and to explore ways in which the bar can best assist the Attorney General in reaching her goals.