J. Trent Scofield is a shareholder in the Firm’s Birmingham office. Mr. Scofield has devoted his entire legal career to representing management in labor and employment matters. Mr. Scofield works closely with corporate counsel, human resources professionals, and supervisors to ensure legal compliance in today’s employment environment.
Experience
Experience:
- FLSA collective actions for a national retailer
- Employment litigation for employers in manufacturing, retail, and food service industries
- Representation of employers before the National Labor Relations Board and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Admitted to Practice:
Alabama
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits
Education and Honors
Honors and Awards:
- Best Lawyers in America (2010 & 2011)
- Chambers USA (2008 & 2009)
Professional Activities
Professional Activities:
- American Bar Association
- Alabama Bar Association
- Birmingham Bar Association
In The News
Published Works:
- June 15, 2011 - Ogletree Deakins Publication - "Amendment Proposed to Guarantee Secret Ballot Elections"
- January 2009 - The Alabama Lawyer - "The New and Expanded Americans with Disabilities Act"