Elizabeth A. Rodgers

Elizabeth A. Rodgers is a highly respected employment attorney with over 35 years of experience representing employees in complex workplace disputes. Recognized as one of the nation’s top labor and employment lawyers, she has built a distinguished career advocating for individuals facing discrimination, retaliation, and unfair treatment in the workplace.

Elizabeth earned her Juris Doctor from Northeastern University School of Law in 1976. She also holds a Master of Science in Economics from the London School of Economics and a Bachelor of Arts from Wellesley College.

Elizabeth is a dedicated employee rights attorney who represents workers at every level—from C-suite executives to hourly employees—across a wide range of industries. She handles all types of workplace discrimination, including claims involving sex, age, race, disability, national origin, religion, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as equal pay violations, whistleblower retaliation, sexual harassment, unpaid wages, and severance agreement negotiations. Elizabeth has a strong track record in high-profile civil rights litigation, including a landmark case involving a noose hung over an employee’s desk and a nationally publicized dispute over a denied tenure promotion.

Recognized as a leader in employment law, Elizabeth has been continuously selected as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer since 2004 and is a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. She holds a prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting her outstanding legal ability and ethical standards. Her expertise has also been featured in major media outlets, including ABC Boston’s Team 5 Investigates.

Elizabeth actively contributes to the legal profession, serving on the Board of the National Employment Lawyers Association and as past President of the Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association. She frequently speaks on employment law issues and has been an Northeastern University School of Law adjunct professor. As a tireless advocate for workplace justice, Elizabeth continues to fight for employees’ rights, ensuring fair treatment and equal opportunities for all.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Gordon Law Group, LLP
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association
• Fellow, College of Labor and Employment Lawyers

Licensed State

• Massachusetts

Education

• Northeastern University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• London School of Economics
  M.Sc in Economics
• Wellesley College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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