Atty. Celeste R. Yeager

Atty. Celeste R. Yeager

Celeste R. Yeager is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in labor and employment and represents employers across the country in employment disputes before local, state and federal administrative agencies and courts.

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About Celeste R. Yeager at a glance

Celeste R. Yeager is a employment and litigation attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Littler. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1996) and Baylor University (BA, 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Celeste R. Yeager is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in labor and employment and represents employers across the country in employment disputes before local, state and federal administrative agencies and courts. With over 18 years of experience, Celeste maintains a vibrant labor and employment practice litigating and consulting on behalf of management regarding a variety of employment topics, including:

  • Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
  • The Americans with Disabilities Act
  • The Age Discrimination in Employment Act
  • The Fair Labor Standards Act
  • The Family and Medical Leave Act
  • The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act
  • The Texas Labor Code
  • Statutory and common law unfair competition and trade secret laws

    A skilled litigator, Celeste has successfully secured numerous defense verdicts in court for her clients, including:

    • Former president of an oil and gas company claiming breach of his employment agreement
    • Workers compensation retaliation lawsuit at a waste management company
    • Race and gender discrimination lawsuit filed by multiple former employees at a convenience store
    • Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower lawsuit filed against a securities investment firm

      Celeste has also prevailed on summary judgment for her clients in the following types of cases:

      • Lawsuit alleging sex harassment, rape, and racketeering – harboring illegal aliens to depress the market wages for a hotel chain
      • Sex harassment and rape case at a retail company
      • Class action case alleging improper tip pooling between serves and bartenders
      • Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower lawsuit for a restaurant and gaming complex
      • Lawsuit alleging Family and Medical Leave Act violations at an electronics manufacturer

        Celeste routinely advises and consults with clients about human resource policies and procedures. She provides management training on various employment-related topics, including harassment, discrimination and union avoidance. She also maintains an active traditional labor practice representing clients, both unionized and non-unionized, before the National Labor Relations Board.

        Celeste is a graduate of the Leadership Arts Institute, a program of Business Council for the Arts.

Practice Areas Explained

Celeste R. Yeager's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Celeste R. Yeager handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Celeste R. Yeager

Where is Celeste R. Yeager's law office located?
Celeste R. Yeager's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Littler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Celeste R. Yeager handle?
Celeste R. Yeager focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Celeste R. Yeager go to law school?
Celeste R. Yeager earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (BA, 1995).
How can I contact Celeste R. Yeager for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Celeste R. Yeager received?
Celeste R. Yeager's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1996
BA
Baylor University
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star in Employment & Labor - Texas, Super Lawyers, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2011-2013
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas

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