
Overview
Mikaila John represents employers in a wide range of labor and employment matters. Her practice includes litigation, traditional labor and workplace counseling.
Mikaila defends clients in litigation involving wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and age, race, and disability discrimination. She also works with clients preparing for arbitration of issues under their collective bargaining agreements.
Mikaila also advises clients on compliance with federal and state employment statutes, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA), and the Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA). Mikaila also provides counsel on internal investigations, and human resources policies and practices to mitigate risk and foster equitable workplaces.
Mikaila served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Nathaniel R. Howse, Jr. at the Illinois Appellate Court.
Education and Credentials
Education
- Loyola University Chicago School of Law, J.D., honors, 2022
- Rutgers University – New Brunswick, B.A., cum laude, Political Science, Minor in Planning and Public Policy, 2019
Admissions
- State of New Jersey
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Recognition and Community
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Recognitions
Law Alumni Endowed Scholarships, Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Norman Amaker Memorial Award, Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Cali Award – Advanced Education Law Practicum, Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Community Involvement
UN Women, NGO Representative, 2018-Present