John M. LaRosa
Top rated Employment & Labor attorney in Wilmington, Delaware
LaRosa & Associates, LLC
Practice areas: Employment & Labor, Employment Litigation; view more
Licensed in Delaware since: 2002
Education: Widener University – Delaware Law School
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
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John M. LaRosa is a dedicated attorney at LaRosa & Associates, LLC, based in Wilmington, Delaware. He is committed to representing employees in employment law matters throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. With a background influenced by his parents' hardworking professions, he developed a strong sense of justice early in life. His career path took him from a fast-food worker to a respected lawyer, driven by a passion for advocating employee rights and ensuring workplace fairness.
Mr. LaRosa's journey in the legal field began after he earned his bachelor's degree in criminal justice. He gained valuable insights while working as a law clerk before being admitted to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania in 2000. Over the past two decades, he has handled numerous plaintiff employment law cases, honing his skills in navigating complex legal scenarios. His dedication to building strong client relationships and maintaining open communication enables him to effectively argue each case, ensuring justice is served.
Practicing exclusively in employment law, Mr. LaRosa understands the challenges employees face when dealing with employers. He represents clients in various situations, including wrongful termination, layoffs, severance agreement reviews, contract negotiations and discrimination cases. His proficiency extends to handling issues such as sexual harassment, whistleblower litigation and disability discrimination, among others.
Mr. LaRosa's clientele spans a wide range, from executives to entry-level employees, underscoring his ability to advocate for individuals regardless of their position within an organization. His comprehensive understanding of corporate dynamics allows him to provide personalized legal services that focus on maximizing client benefits and preserving their rights.
Mr. LaRosa's approach to legal representation is characterized by empathy and professionalism, ensuring that clients receive seamless and stress-free service. His commitment to honesty and hard work empowers clients, giving them a voice and reducing their stress during legal proceedings. With admissions to multiple courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, he continues to fight for justice and uphold the rights of employees across Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Practice areas
Employment & Labor: Employee, Employment Litigation: PlaintiffFocus areas
Employment Law - Employee, Employment Law - Employer, Labor Law, Retaliation, Sexual Harassment, Unions, Wage & Hour Laws, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
- 80% Employment & Labor: Employee
- 20% Employment Litigation: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2000, New Jersey
Professional Webpage: https://www.larosalaw.com/attorney/larosa-john-m-esq/
Bar / Professional Activity
- National Employment Lawyers' Association Member (2006 - Present), 2018
- U.S. Supreme Court, 2004
- U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit, 2001
- U.S. District Court District of New Jersey, 2000
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 2001
- U.S. District Court District of Delaware, 2003
- New Jersey, 2000
- Pennsylvania, 2000
- Delaware, 2002
- Labor and Employment Law Section Member, Delaware State Bar Association (2002 - Present), 2018
- Labor and Employment Law Section Member, American Bar Association (2000-2017), 2017
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Buck v. Viking Holding Management Company LLC, 2024 WL 4352368 (Del. Super. Sept. 30, 2024) (N20C-08-249 MAA [CCLD]), Served as Delaware counsel for a Chief Financial Officer discharged allegedly for cause by his former employer. Worked with out-of-state counsel in obtaining a verdict of $6.8 million verdict plus interest and costs after a three-day bench trial. , 2024
- Obtained a six-figure judgment in Delaware Superior Court for a Physician Assistant whose employment was terminated just two months into her three-year employment contract with a chiropractor's office. , 2024
- Parker v. State, 2003 WL 24011961 (Del. Super. Oct. 14, 2003) (NO. CIV. A. 99C-07-323-JRJ) (Jurden, J.)
- Cuffee v. The Dover Wipes Co., 334 F.Supp.2d 565 (D.Del. Sept. 7, 2004) (Robinson, J.)
- Negotiated a severance package of more than 20 months’ base salary worth in excess of half of a million dollars for the President of a healthcare insurance company without asserting any legal claims, 2018
- Pratta v. American General Financial Services, Inc., 2004 WL 2537081 (D.Del. Nov. 5, 2004) (Farnan, J.)
- Nolan v. Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad Co., 2005 WL 627981 (E.D.Pa. Mar. 11, 2005) (Tucker, J.)
- Nolan v. Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad Co., 2005 WL 627981 (E.D.Pa. Mar. 11, 2005) (Tucker, J.)
- Farrell v. AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, LP, 2005 WL 2122678 (D.Del. Sept. 2, 2005) (Jordan, J.)
- Blozis v. Mellon Trust of Delaware National Association, 494 F.Supp.2d 258 (D.Del. 2007) (Robinson, C.J.)
- Plummer v. Ryan, 2008 WL 400195 (Del. Supr. Feb. 15, 2008) (NO. 4, 2008)
- Hercules, Inc. v. Tomaszewski, 2011 WL 6951839 (Del. Com. Pl. Nov. 21, 2011) (Fraczkowski, J.)
- Miller v. Delaware Technical & Community College, 2015 WL 4039840 (D.Del. Jul. 1, 2015) (Burke, M.J.)
- Mitchell v. Cooper, 228 F.Supp. 3d 343 (D.Del. 2017) (Stark, C.J.)
- Negotiated the retirement of the long-time Superintendent of a successful, public school district who was falsely accused of immorality, misconduct in office, neglect of duty, and incompetence, 2018
- Served as Delaware counsel on team of three lawyers that obtained a six figure settlement for the President of a software sales start-up company who was wrongfully discharged by its CEO to avoid paying him a Retention Bonus and other earned compensation after the employer merged with a competitor, 2017
- Obtained a six figure recovery on behalf of three, long time police Sergeants each denied promotion to Lieutenant in favor of two, less experienced officers including a Corporal in violation of state law requiring that Lieutenant promotees have at least two years time in grade as Sergeants, 2017
- Served as Delaware counsel on team of two lawyers procuring a six figure settlement of a class action brought by 45 named employees on behalf of a class of over 250 workers subject to a mass layoff who were not provided sufficient advance written notice of the terminations of their employment as required by federal law, 2017
- Obtained a six figure recovery for an African-American President of a business denied a contract with a state college because of his race, 2015
- Obtained a six figure contract buyout for a homosexual public school principal whose contract was non-renewed because of her sexual orientation, 2013
Transactions
- Represented the President, CEO, and Sole Stockholder of a local health insurance company in negotiating both 1) the sale of the corporation and its assets to a regional health insurance company for over four million dollars and 2) a multi-year employment contract for the Seller who became President of a Subsidiary of the Purchaser, 2018
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Delaware Superior Court Mediation Training (2008) and Refresher Course (2019), 2019
Pro bono / Community Service
- Moot Court Judge for First Year Law Students' Oral Arguments for five years (Widener University School of Law), 2009
- Court Appointed Attorney, Family Court of the State of Delaware, 2013
Honors
- Top Lawyers 2022 - Employment/Labor Law for Employees, Delaware Today Magazine, 2022
- Gordon Johnson Memorial Law Scholarship, 1996 - 1999
- Widener Academic Scholarship, 1996 - 1999
- Peer Rating from information service company serving the legal profession since 1868, Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 2018
- Peer Rating from information service company serving the legal profession since 1868, Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 2017
Educational Background
- University of Delaware, B.A.; Major: Criminal Justice, Minor: Spanish, 1996
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with an understanding of employee rights in Delaware - particularly with respect to wrongful termination - as well as a general understanding of what an employment lawyer does, which includes looking at why an action was taken against an employee as much as what action was taken against the employee. For those who are wondering if their employment was wrongfully terminated or if they have another employment issue that merits contacting an employment attorney, this book will be informative and helpful. Furthermore, for an individual unsure whether to seek an attorney, the book might answer the often-posed question, "Do I have a case?", Author, Wrongful Termination in Delaware: A Survival Guide for True Employees Fired for False Reasons, Amazon.com, All Former, Current, And Potential Employees Of Employers In Delaware, 2022
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Kappa Delta Rho
- Alpha Kappa Delta
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2023 - 2026
