About Morey
Morey has nearly 30 years of experience in Labor and Employment law. His
clients include local, national and international employers whom he represents on a
variety of matters such as policy and guideline development , personnel issues, union-related activities, administrative law proceedings and litigation when necessary.
Morey works with his clients to develop personnel policies, employee handbooks and
noncompete agreements, and counsels them on WARN Act planning and other
compliance standards. He also advises his clients on personnel matters including wage
and hour, discrimination and employee discipline and discharge.
In addition to employment matters, Morey advises clients on union avoidance planning,
union elections, collective bargaining agreements and unfair labor practice proceedings.
Prior to relocating his practice to Orlando, Morey represented management in the hotel
and gaming industry in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Morey has extensive experience litigating employment claims before
administrative agencies and in state and federal courts across the country, including the
United States Supreme Court.
Morey’s legal and professional experience includes former Chair of the Labor and Employment Practice Group at his previous firm and Lead Labor and Employment Law Counsel at Harcourt Brace Jovanovich Inc.and Sea World. In addition to his legal position at Sea Word, Morey also served as the Administrative Vice-President for the Orlando tourism attraction.
Professional Awards & Honors
- AV Rating on Martindale Hubbell
- Best Lawyers in America (2008-2011)
- Corporate Counsel’s “Top Lawyer” for Labor and Employment (2008)
- Florida Super Lawyers (2009-2011)
- Orlando Magazine’s “Orlando’s Best Lawyers” (2008-2011)
- Who’s Who in American Law (2005-2006)
What is your favorite thing about the law?
The ability to partner with a client to creatively achieve their human resources and
business objective(s).
What was your first job?
Lifeguard (in Ventnor, New Jersey and in Las Vegas, Nevada)
What are your hobbies?
I enjoy Bocce Ball, Frisbee, golf, reading and horseshoes with my sons.
What advice would you give to a young student in law school?
Participate in as many clinical experiences as possible to augment (and apply) their
classroom education.
How do you define a good day?
Being surrounded by family and friends with the beach and Atlantic Ocean in the
background.
How do you spend your weekend?
Taking a quick trip to the beach