Littler Mendelson, a renowned labor and employment law firm, made a significant announcement on Monday, revealing the addition of Bradford Kelley to their team. Kelley brings a wealth of expertise, having served as the chief counsel to Commissioner Keith Sonderling at the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) since 2020. With his extensive knowledge of federal employment anti-discrimination laws and the EEOC’s groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence and Algorithmic Fairness Initiative, which ensures AI’s compliance with civil rights laws, Kelley’s presence is expected to bolster Littler’s capabilities significantly. He joins the firm as a shareholder in their Washington, D.C. office, marking a new chapter in his illustrious legal career.

During his tenure at the EEOC, Kelley played a pivotal role in advising Commissioner Sonderling on complex legal matters surrounding employment discrimination and the application of AI in the workplace. As AI adoption in human resource and management practices surges, companies face heightened scrutiny on utilizing this technology in hiring and other employment contexts. Kelley’s keen insights into the legal implications of AI implementation will be invaluable to Littler’s clients as they navigate this evolving landscape.

Littler Mendelson has been actively monitoring the growing trend of AI adoption among employers. In a survey conducted in May 2023, the firm found that an increasing number of organizations are turning to AI...

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