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Atty. John T. Bauer

Atty. John T. Bauer

John T. Bauer has more than 24 years of experience representing and advising employers in all aspects of labor and employment law.

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Profile Summary

About John T. Bauer at a glance

John T. Bauer is an attorney based in Melville, New York, practforg at Littler. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1986). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor 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 Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

John T. Bauer has more than 24 years of experience representing and advising employers in all aspects of labor and employment law. His practice includes:

  • Wage and hour compliance
  • Employment discrimination and harassment issues
  • Labor relations, collective bargaining and other union/management issues
  • Wrongful termination
  • Personnel policy review and development
  • Employee discharge and discipline
  • Employment contracts
  • Restrictive covenants and trade secrets
  • Mergers, sales and acquisitions of businesses

    John also has an active litigation practice, representing clients before state and federal courts and administrative agencies, as well as in arbitration proceedings.

    Additionally, he regularly speaks to business groups on labor and employment law topics.

    In law school, John was articles editor of the Albany Law Review.

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Melville 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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.

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Where is John T. Bauer's law office located?
John T. Bauer's law practice is located in Melville, New York. The firm is Littler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did John T. Bauer go to law school?
John T. Bauer earned their education at (J.D., 1986).
How can I contact John T. Bauer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John T. Bauer receiandd?
John T. Bauer's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labor 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 — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, Top Labor and Employment Lawyers on Long Island - Long Island Business News
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Long Island)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Long Island)
- 2018

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association

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