Amy Maloney

Amy Maloney is a dedicated trial lawyer specializing in employment law, known for her unwavering commitment to protecting employee rights. From the outset of her legal career, Amy worked with one of the largest law firms in the nation, representing corporate employers. However, she soon realized that her passion lay advocating for workers, not defending corporations. This invaluable experience gave her keen insight into how employers attempt to evade accountability. It allowed her to craft strategic, results-driven legal approaches that hold them responsible for unfair labor practices.

Amy earned her J.D. from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law in 1999, graduating with distinction. She also served as Lead Literary Editor for the Law Review and was a Legal Research and Writing Teaching Assistant. Prior to law school, she completed her B.A. at the University of Missouri at Kansas City, graduating with honors. Her academic achievements established her sharp legal analysis and persuasive advocacy.

Amy is a powerhouse employment law attorney who doesn’t back down from corporate employers that try to silence or intimidate workers. She breaks down the legal process in clear, practical terms so her clients understand their rights and feel confident pursuing justice. Amy has secured numerous trial wins and substantial settlements in complex workplace cases. She’s been recognized by Super Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, and holds a 10/10 AVVO rating—honors that reflect her reputation as one of the leading employment law attorneys in the country.

Beyond litigation, Amy Maloney is a respected legal writer and thought leader. She has served as Editor-in-Chief of the ABA’s FLSA Supplement and contributed to key publications on employment law. Her leadership roles, including her membership on the Eighth Circuit Committee on Model Jury Instructions, further showcase her dedication to advancing employment law and legal ethics. Amy is a trusted advocate who fights tirelessly for justice for individuals facing workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, or wage disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Maloney O’Laughlin PLLC
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Washington Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)
• Member, Washington State Association for Justice
• Member, Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association of Seattle (MAMA Seattle)
• Member, Western District of Washington Bar Association
• Volunteer, Neighborhood Justice Center

Licensed State

• Washington
• Kansas
• Missouri

Education

• University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Missouri at Kansas City
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• University of Georgia, Athens

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