Employment Law Update

September 16, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Freeman Business Center Conference Room
3220 S. McClelland Blvd.
Joplin, MO
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Join us for a comprehensive Employment Law Update presented by John J. Marino, Jr.. This session will provide HR professionals and leaders with an overview of recent legal developments, regulatory changes, and key considerations impacting the workplace.
Attendees will gain practical insights into current employment law trends and learn how to apply this knowledge to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and support sound decision-making within their organizations.
Presented by John J. Marino, Jr., Esq.
Experience and Practice:
John J. Marino, Jr. represents the interest of management in all facets of Labor & Employment Law. Mr. Marino received his juris doctorate from Saint Louis University School of Law where he earned a Certificate in Labor and Employment Law.
Mr. Marino’s employment practice includes all facets of employment law, including employment discrimination claims under Title VII and the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, the American with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act. Mr. Marino also represents management before the National Labor Relations Board in charges of unfair labor practices, challenges to elections and post-election conduct. In addition, he advises clients on employment-related matters such as employment contracts and daily human resources issues.
Mr. Marino is very active in the human resource community. He has been on the Board of the St. Louis Chapter of SHRM (HRMA) for the past several years and is currently serving as President of the
organization. HRMA has nearly 600 members and provides phenomenal networking and educational opportunities for human resources professionals.
Outside of his professional interests, Mr. Marino is currently serving an appointment with the City of Chesterfield Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Marino and his wife are also very active in their communities through volunteer work with various organizations such as St. Patrick Center and St. Louis University High School.
Mr. Marino’s experience prior to joining McMahon Berger includes insurance defense litigation representing corporations in a variety of interests. Mr. Marino has argued both in trial and before the Missouri Appellate Court. He has also served as associate in-house counsel, handling a variety of employment and general business issues.
Education and Certification:
- B.A. Finance, University of Missouri-Columbia, 2003
- J.D., St. Louis University, 2006; Certificate in Employment Law from the William C. Wefel Center for Employment Law
Admitted To Practice
- State of Missouri
- State of Illinois
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
- United States District Court, Western District of Missouri
- United States District Court, Southern District of Illinois
- United States District Court, Central District of Illinois
Professional Activities:
- The Missouri Bar
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
- American Bar Association
- SHRM and HRMA of Greater St. Louis
Tickets
$0.00 Member Ticket with FREE LUNCH courtesy of Freeman Health
$20.00 Guest Ticket with FREE LUNCH courtesy of Freeman Health
$20.00 Guest of a Member Ticket with FREE LUNCH courtesy of Freeman Health
$0.00 Student with FREE LUNCH courtesy of Freeman Health