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Reductions in Force: A Sign of the Times - How to Implement and Challenge a RIF

November 20, 2008
Chicago Bar Association headquarters, 321 S. Plymouth Court, Chicago, IL 60604
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On November 20, 2008 from 3:00-6:00 p.m., Michael A. Warner, Jr. will be participate in a panel discussion on the topic "Reduction in Force:  A Sign of the Times - How to Implement and Challenge a RIF", presented by the Chicago Bar Association's Labor & Employment law committee at CBA Headquarters. 

Mr. Warner will present a management attorney's perspective on this topic, including:

  • Managing a RIF to limit legal liability, use of selection criteria/disparate impact analysis/practical tips;
  • Drafting an airtight waiver and release for a RIF, OWBPA compliance/managing potentially unwaivable claims;
  • Determining state and federal WARN act coverage and compliance; and
  • Union-management issues, scope of duty to bargain.

The session will be counted for 2.75 IL MCLE Credit, 0.75 IL Ethics/Professionalism Credit, Subject to Approval.  For more information please go to the CBA website.