Atty. John S. Ho
John S. Ho exclusively represents employers on all labor and employment matters and regularly handles wage and hour matters involving federal and state laws, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act, the New York Labor Law, New York’s Miscellaneous Industries Wage Order, and New York’s Hospitality Wage Order which includes numerous cases involving New York’s Wage Theft Prevention Act, tip credits and tip pooling issues.
Litigation - Labor and Employment Attorney · Serving New York, NY
Profile Summary
About John S. Ho at a Glance
John S. Ho is a employment and litigation attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1997) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from John S. Ho in New York
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About John S. Ho
- John S. Ho exclusively represents employers on all labor and employment matters and regularly handles wage and hour matters involving federal and state laws, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act, the New York Labor Law, New York’s Miscellaneous Industries Wage Order, and New York’s Hospitality Wage Order which includes numerous cases involving New York’s Wage Theft Prevention Act, tip credits and tip pooling issues
- John also routinely works with the Occupational Safety and Health Act, in addition to handling discrimination claims, drafting employee handbook policies and procedures and employment contracts, conducting workplace investigations, and arbitrations
- John has defended a wide range of employers against hybrid class and collective actions under the FLSA and the New York Labor Law
- He also frequently assists companies with internal wage and hour audits, as well as Department of Labor audits, including those generated by misclassification of independent contractors in New York State unemployment filings
- John also has extensive experience with assisting businesses with internal safety and health audits and resolving and contesting OSHA citations including but not limited to fatality investigations as well as defending against claims of retaliation under OSHA and New York’s Workers’ Compensation Law
- As a former prosecutor with the U.S
- Department of Labor, Office of the Solicitor, John was part of a litigation team that recovered approximately $4 million under the FLSA on behalf of New York State Environmental Conservation Officers
- While at the DOL, he also received a commendation from OSHA’s regional administrator for his prosecution of a discrimination complaint under the Surface Transportation Assistance Act
- John serves as the chair of Cozen O'Connor’s OSHA Practice and is also the author of its safety and health blog, the OSHA Chronicle
- John is a founding member of the Wage and Hour Defense Institute, and he frequently lectures on FLSA, OSHA, and Labor Department audits
- He has also taught business and employment law at the Pratt Institute and the New School
- John also writes extensively on labor and employment law
- He is currently the co-editor of the American Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section electronic newsletter
- He was a contributing editor to The Fair Labor Standards Act, 2002-2005, Cumulative Supplement, published by BNA Books, and has served on its editorial board since 2006
- John is also serving as a chapter editor for the Occupational Safety and Health Law, Fourth Edition published by the ABA and Bloomberg Law
- John is frequently asked to comment on labor and employment issues and has been quoted extensively in the Long Island Business News, Newsday, the Daily Labor Report and the Employment 360 and has been published in the New York Journal and USA Today (the magazine), among other publications
- John has been named a New York Metro Super Lawyer since 2014
- John is also a former officer and current board member of the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
John S. Ho's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John S. Ho handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John S. Ho is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John S. Ho is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in New York or all attorneys in New York.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About John S. Ho
Where is John S. Ho's law office located?
What practice areas does John S. Ho handle?
Where did John S. Ho go to law school?
How can I contact John S. Ho for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has John S. Ho received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose John S. Ho
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John S. Ho's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, John S. Ho can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means John S. Ho attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John S. Ho Handles in New York
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John S. Ho has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John S. Ho directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find John S. Ho Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in New York commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like John S. Ho.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with John S. Ho directly.
John S. Ho's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Client Reviews & Ratings — John S. Ho
No reviews yet.