§ Rule 6-23.2 Definitions

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Rule 6-23.2. Definitions

    (a) Labor and Employment Law.The practice of labor and employment law encompasses advice and representation concerning the application and interpretation of public and private sector labor and employment law principles, as well as employment discrimination and employment-related civil rights law. The diversity of this practice area is demonstrated by the experience requirements set forth in rule 6-23.3(c), however, competent practice in labor and employment law requires a thorough knowledge of all legal aspects of the employment relationship, both in the private and public sector. This knowledge is particularly necessary to fulfill the counseling obligations of attorneys toward their clients. This practice area encompasses both public and private sector collective bargaining and the many state and federal laws that apply to the employment relationship including, but not limited to:

        (1) the National Labor Relations Act, as amended;

        (2) the Fair Labor Standards Act;

        (3) Florida's public sector collective bargaining laws and career service appeals;

        (4) the Employment Retirement Income Security Act;

        (5) the Family Medical Leave Act;

        (6) Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and Florida's Civil Rights Act;

        (7) the Americans With Disabilities Act;

        (8) Occupational Safety and Health Act;

        (9) the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; and

        (10) the regulations promulgated thereunder.

    (b) Practice of Law.The “practice of law” for this area is defined as set out in rule 6-3.5(c)(1).