Employment Law 2026: Emerging Trends and Regulatory Shifts Across Federal, State, and City Levels

As the legal and regulatory landscape continues to evolve under the current administration, employers and practitioners alike face significant new compliance challenges. This session will provide an in-depth overview of the most pressing employment law developments anticipated in 2026, including federal agency initiatives, updates to wage and hour enforcement, workplace discrimination and retaliation protections, and evolving labor standards at the state and local levels.

 Our speaker will discuss the interplay among federal, New York State, and New York City regulations, analyze recent court decisions shaping employer obligations, and offer practical strategies for counsel navigating this rapidly shifting terrain.