Jackie Longfellow is a civil trial lawyer with more than 20 years of experience in civil litigation. She is admitted to practice in both Missouri and Kansas. Jackie regularly defends companies and individuals in lawsuits in state and federal courts, including class action litigation. She also routinely defends employers facing charges of discrimination filed with local, state and federal agencies. Jackie’s clients include companies in a variety of different industries, including real estate development, entertainment districts, construction, as well as the retail and service sectors.
In addition to her litigation practice, Jackie regularly trains, counsels, and advises her clients on various employment issues, workplace policies, and compliance with local, state and federal laws. She understands the importance of providing practical and preventative advice to assist her clients in assessing and minimizing their risks in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Jackie regularly prepares policies, employee handbooks, employment agreements, including non-compete, non-solicitation and confidentiality agreements, as well as severance agreements for her clients.
Jackie is chair of Baker Sterchi's Employment and Labor Practice Group and a frequent speaker on a wide range of employment-related topics both regionally and nationally.