Edward F. Harold
About Edward F. Harold
Edward F. Harold is the Regional Managing Partner and chair of the Retail Industry Team at his firm, with over thirty years of experience in labor and employment law. He is active in the New Orleans community and has been recognized by various legal publications for his work.
Title and Role
Edward F. Harold holds the position of Regional Managing Partner. He has extensive experience in labor and employment law, spanning over thirty years. Additionally, he serves as the chair of the firm's Retail Industry Team, indicating a focused expertise in retail-related legal matters.
Education and Bar Admission
Edward F. Harold earned his J.D. from the Louisiana State University Law Center in 1992, following a B.A. from the University of the South in 1989. He is admitted to the bar in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi and holds admission to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Legal Practice and Cases
With a legal practice that extends to state and federal courts in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, Edward F. Harold handles cases across multiple industries. His practice involves challenging legal issues under Title VII, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and ERISA.
Community Involvement
Edward F. Harold is actively involved in the New Orleans community. He currently serves on the Board of Junior Achievement New Orleans. His past service includes positions on the Boards of City Park New Orleans, The University of the South, The New Orleans Museum of Art, and St. Martin’s Episcopal School.
Recognitions and Honors
Edward F. Harold has been recognized for his legal acumen in several prestigious listings. He was named Lawyer of the Year for Labor Law - Management in The Best Lawyers in America (2023). Chambers USA has recognized him in Labor & Employment from 2009 to 2024. Additionally, he was listed as a Top Lawyer in New Orleans Magazine in 2020, and he has been featured in Louisiana Super Lawyers since 2014.