Allison D. Balus

Allison D. Balus is a seasoned partner at Baird Holm LLP who focuses her practice on employment-related litigation and arbitration. She defends management clients in federal and state court in cases involving the FLSA, ADA, Title VII, FMLA, ADEA, and whistleblower claims. She also advises public sector clients in education law, including IDEA and Section 504 proceedings.

Allison earned her Juris Doctor cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center in 2002 and holds a B.A. in English and French from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Admitted to practice in Nebraska, Iowa, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, Allison is also authorized before multiple U.S. District Courts and Circuit Courts of Appeals, including the U.S. Supreme Court.

Allison is an accomplished litigator with a strong track record of wins at both the trial and appellate levels, including jury verdicts and successful class action defenses. She has delivered results for clients across key industries such as health care, manufacturing, and transportation. Allison is consistently recognized for her work in leading legal rankings, including Best Lawyers in America®, Benchmark Litigation, Chambers USA, and Great Plains Super Lawyers.

An active thought leader, Allison frequently presents on labor and employment law for national and regional audiences, including the American Bar Association, Practicing Law Institute, and the Nebraska Council of School Attorneys. She contributes extensively to wage and hour compliance, FLSA litigation trends, and ADA defenses.

As a Fellow of The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers and Chair-Elect of the Wage & Hour Defense Institute, Allison holds leadership roles in elite legal organizations. She has also served on various federal practice committees and continues to influence employment law discourse through writing and advocacy.

Allison D. Balus is widely known for her strategic litigation skills, advocacy for employer rights, and commitment to legal excellence in labor and employment law. Her dedication has helped businesses and public institutions navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence and clarity.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Baird Holm LLP
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Wage & Hour Defense Institute
• Member, Nebraska Council of School Attorneys
• Executive Committee, Nebraska State Bar Association
• Member, Nebraska Federal Practice Committee
• Member, Iowa Federal Practice Committee
• Member, American Employment Law Council
• Board of Directors, Ronald McDonald House of Omaha (2020 – 2024)

Licensed State

• Nebraska
• Iowa
• District of Columbia
• Virginia

Education

• Georgetown University Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Nebraska at Lincoln
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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