Faye Chess

Background

About Faye Chess

I am a multi-faceted professional. I am a servant leader. I am a strong and effective advocate. I am a neutral decision-maker. I was an expert employment and labor attorney with a strong human resources background. I was adapted at providing advice and counsel on a full range of employment issues with an emphasis on hiring, employment contracts, preventive counseling, internal investigations, HR policies and practices, workplace disputes, dispute resolution, negotiation, collective bargaining, grievances, and training. I am a zealous advocate representing employers in court proceedings, arbitrations, and non-renewal hearings relating to claims and lawsuits based on the wrongful termination of employment contracts, civil rights discrimination, FMLA claims, FLSA issues, and unfair labor practices.' I have been a dedicated legal representative for indigient individuals facing significant criminal charges. I have experience working in areas impacting everyday people such as public education, health care system, subsidized housing, and criminal justice system. I am a passionate community member of several national nonprofit organizations whose missions are to enrich, sustain, and ensure the culture and economic survival of the individuals who reside in their communities. These communities are not only local but national and international. Selected Speaking Appearances: Lake Washington Human Resources Association Seattle Disability Management Employer Coalition Foster Pepper, PLLC College Success Foundation YWCA's Girl First Program The Greater Seattle Chapter of Links' STEAM program Students of Color Career Conference Seattle Public Schools Seattle Housing Authority Tukwila School District Washington Council of School Attorney Washington Women Lawyers Microsoft Hulu Peace Peleton Girls Scouts of Western Washington