Nekki Shutt to join the prestigious College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
COLUMBIA, SC – Congratulations to Burnette Shutt & McDaniel co-founder Nekki Shutt, the only South Carolina attorney selected this year as a fellow of the national College of Labor and Employment Lawyers.
The College is a decades-old organization committed to promoting achievement, advancement and excellence in employment law. Attorneys must have at least 20 years of employment law practice to be considered.
A South Carolina Supreme Court-certified specialist in labor and employment law, Nekki has practiced law for more than 30 years. A skilled and determined litigator, she’s fought for clients in state and federal courts throughout South Carolina. This includes landmark cases, such as the lawsuit that led to marriage equality in South Carolina.
She’s also dedicated to giving back to the legal profession and to fostering the next generation of attorneys. Nekki currently is serving as president of the SC Bar, one of the many professional leadership positions she’s held over the years.
Nekki’s practice encompasses the full range of employment law issues: discrimination, fair pay, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, contract disputes including non-compete agreements, and more. She also fights for clients in benefits cases under federal ERISA laws and similar South Carolina laws. This includes wrongfully denied disability, life insurance, and health insurance claims.
About the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
Founded 30 years ago, the College honors outstanding attorneys who have made sustained contributions to employment law. Its rigorous selection process begins with nominations from two current members. A Credentials Committee of attorneys practicing in the same federal court district then evaluates the candidate. Final selections come after a vote of the college’s board of governors.
Attorneys must have 20 years of employment law practice to qualify for acceptance. Other requirements include professional skills and leadership, high ethical standards, a commitment to high-quality professional service, and significant teaching or writings about employment law.