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Vincent Farisello

Vincent Farisello

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  • University of Connecticut School of Law, J.D., 2006 ~ with honors
  • Fairfield University, B.A., 2003 ~ summa cum laude

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Vincent is Co-chair of the Labor & Employment group, maintaining a versatile practice in the areas of labor and employment and general corporate law. Vincent’s clients include closely held and public businesses, non-profit organizations, independent schools, municipalities, and start-ups; in many cases, acting as clients’ general counsel.

Vincent’s labor and employment practice focuses on counseling and advising employers on all aspects of the employment relationship. He works with clients to manage risks and formulate strategies to avoid litigation and to comply with regulatory obligations. Vincent regularly represents employers in mediations, arbitrations, labor negotiations, contract negotiations and defends employers before administrative agencies such as the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, National Labor Relations Board, State Board of Labor Relations and federal and state Departments of Labor. Vincent is frequently invited by employers and industry groups to speak and present training seminars on a variety of common employment issues.

Vincent also regularly represents clients in many other aspects of their operations, including entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions and leasing, contracts and corporate governance matters.

Affiliations

  • American Bar Association

  • Connecticut Bar Association

  • Waterbury Bar Association (former Chair of Young Lawyers Section 2010-2012)

  • Board of Directors, Connecticut Italian American Bar Association

  • Small Manufacturers Association – Rising Talent

  • Waterbury Regional Chamber of Commerce, Young Professionals of Waterbury Region

Distinctions

  • Best Lawyers® – Employment Law: Management, 2023-2025

  • Connecticut Super Lawyers® – Employment & Labor, 2024

  • New Leader in the Law – Connecticut Law Tribune, 2016

  • Rising Star, New England Super Lawyers® – Employment & Labor, 2011-2015

  • Rising Star, Connecticut Super Lawyers® – Employment & Labor and Business/Corporate, 2011-2016

  • Waterbury Bar Association Scholarship Award, 2005

  • CALI Award for Excellence in Employment Law, 2005

  • CALI Award for Excellence in Quantitative Methods, 2006

  • Completion of UConn Law School Tax Certificate Program

  • Phi Beta Kappa

Community

  • Board of Directors, Palace Theater, Waterbury, CT
  • Campaign Leadership Committee, United Way of Greater Waterbury, 2016 –2019
  • Alternate Member, Zoning Board of Appeals, Town of Woodbury

Experience

  • Acts as outside general counsel on all employment and corporate related matters to several large wholesale distribution companies operating throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic.

  • Represented a municipal employer in connection with three concurrent union organization campaigns covering three bargaining units and successfully negotiated “first contract” collective bargaining agreements with all three unions.

  • Regularly represent employers and executives in negotiation of employment, severance and other executive compensation agreements.

  • Represented national consulting company in corporate, contracts, and licensing issues.

  • Successfully represented regional symphony orchestra in objection to petition filed by labor union to represent orchestra musicians. Obtained dismissal of petition by State Board of Labor Relations on the grounds that musicians were properly classified as independent contractors and therefore not covered by State Labor Relations Act.

  • Conducted an extensive “top to bottom” human resources audit for a leading manufacturer of defibrillators, then worked with the client to develop strategy for implementation of numerous recommended changes.

  • Negotiated and documented labor and employment related provisions in numerous M&A transactions, including the sale of a subsidiary of one of the largest utility companies in the United States and the sale of a non-profit private school to a for-profit entity.

  • Regularly drafts employment agreements, handbooks and other employment-related documents on behalf of employers.

  • Obtained numerous dismissals and negotiated settlements of CHRO and EEOC complaints alleging various claims of discrimination against for-profit and non-profit employers.

  • Successfully negotiated settlement of sexual harassment complaint involving chief executive of company.

  • Successfully represented a software company in a wage and hour audit by the State of Connecticut Department of Labor.

Impact of Executive Orders and EEOC Guidance on Employer DEI Programs

April 09, 2025
Shortly after taking office, President Trump issued several executive orders that impact employer-sponsored diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) also stated that it is stepping up enforcement of illegal discrimination arising from DEI programs. All employers should be aware of these developments and assess
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REMINDER: Connecticut’s Expanded Paid Sick Leave Law Effective January 1, 2025

January 06, 2025
Major changes to Connecticut’s paid sick leave law became effective as of January 1, 2025, and apply to employers with at least 25 employees. The paid sick leave law will gradually expand coverage to employers with at least 11 employees on January 1, 2026, and to all employers with at
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Texas Court Invalidates Overtime Rule

November 22, 2024
On November 15, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide order vacating the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) 2024 Final Rule increasing the minimum salary levels for exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Prior to the 2024 Final Rule, the
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Carmody Lawyers Named to the 2024 Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars Lists

October 09, 2024
Carmody is pleased to announce that 33 of its lawyers have been selected for inclusion on the Connecticut Super Lawyers® and Connecticut Rising Stars lists for 2024. Super Lawyers recognizes lawyers who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice. Please visit www.SuperLawyers.com/SelectionProcess to learn more information on the selection process.
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Texas Judge Blocks FTC’s Ban on Non-Compete Agreements from Taking Effect Nationwide

August 23, 2024
On August 20, 2024, a federal judge struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed ban on non-compete agreements, blocking its enforcement on a national basis. As discussed in an earlier client alert, the FTC issued a Final Rule that, on its September 4, 2024 effective date, would have invalidated
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HR Legal Update and Networking Event

June 25, 2025
With so many changes already underway at the federal level and proposed legislative changes pending at the Connecticut General Assembly, staying informed is more important than ever for Connecticut employers. Join Carmody’s Labor & Employment team for an essential seminar tailored for HR professionals, business leaders, and in-house legal counsel. We'll break
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HR Hotline Live: Avoiding Hiring Hazards

June 04, 2025
Hiring a new employee isn’t just about finding the right skills and experience—it’s also a legal minefield. From interview questions to background checks, missteps can lead to costly compliance issues. Carmody Labor & Employment partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino join CBIA’s HR counsel Diane Mokriski for this productive virtual event.
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2025 Executive Orders and Their Impact on HR

March 20, 2025
Labor & Employment partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino discuss key developments that have occurred at the federal level that significantly impact employers and human resource leaders: Key learning points: Various Executive Orders targeting DEI initiatives, affirmative action and discrimination laws Major development at the NLRB and new leadership at
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Major Changes to Connecticut’s Paid Sick Leave Law

January 16, 2025
Carmody Labor & Employment partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino discuss the major changes to Connecticut's Paid Sick Leave Law that became effective January 1, 2025, in this informal Zoom session through the Waterbury Regional Chamber's Human Resources Council. Register here.

HR Hotline Live: Managing Employee Absences

February 25, 2025
Get answers to your toughest questions about FMLA, paid sick leave, no-shows, and more in this interactive Q&A session with Carmody partners Vincent Farisello and Nick Zaino. Register here.

HR Hotline Live: Paid Sick Leave Update

December 05, 2024
Connecticut’s new paid sick leave law has brought confusion and frustration to many employers. Whether you’ve already attended training on the new law, or are just beginning, this HR Hotline Live webinar will clear up the confusion, simplify the issues, and outline exactly what you need to know for compliance.
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HR Hotline Live: Prevent & Navigate Workplace Discrimination Complaints

June 03, 2024
Navigating the complexities of workplace discrimination complaints can be daunting. However, arming yourself with the right knowledge and strategies can protect your organization from potential legal pitfalls. Join us June 3 for HR Hotline Live: Prevent & Navigate Workplace Discrimination Complaints, where CBIA HR Counsel Diane Mokriski and Carmody Torrance
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FMLA Compliance and Managing Medical Leave

May 15, 2024
Please join us for this highly interactive half-day workshop where we will tackle one of today’s most challenging areas for employers – FMLA compliance and managing employee medical leaves. We will discuss numerous real-world scenarios that will provide attendees with an understanding of their obligations under the Connecticut and federal
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The Connecticut Conference of Independent Colleges Annual Member Forum

November 03, 2023
CCIC's Annual Forum provides our members with an opportunity to gain information and discuss solutions with industry experts and colleagues from other institutions about the latest trends on campuses.   Carmody will provide a review of new Connecticut laws that were passed during the most recent legislative session and bills
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