About Jennifer Tomsen

Jennifer Tomsen focuses on litigation and arbitration, concentrating on labor and employment claims as well as commercial matters for financial institutions. She regularly practices before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), AAA, and JAMS as well as in state and federal courts. She has defended claims of racial, religious, disability, age, and sexual orientation discrimination, retaliation, whistleblowing, selling away, tortious interference, noncustomer claims, and U-5 defamation. She has also handled various matters for bank clients, including claims involving unauthorized checks and wire transfers. Her representations have included defending broker-dealers in customer disputes and regulatory matters. In addition, Jennifer has represented clients in a wide variety of other commercial disputes.

Concentrations

•Employment arbitration and litigation •Commercial litigation

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy), 2026 •Team Member, a Law360 'Environmental Practice Group of the Year,' 2022 •Greenberg Traurig Pro Bono Shareholder of the Year (co-winner), 2020 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Texas Super Lawyers, 2017-2018, and 2022-2025 •Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Environmental Law, 2016

 

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Areas of Law

  • Litigation
  • Other 5
    • Securities Litigation
    • Environmental
    • Environmental & Toxic Tort Litigation
    • Trial Practice
    • Labor & Employment

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Shareholder
    Firm Name
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Experience: Representative Matters: Employment Cases: H
    led numerous employment matters, including claims of: gender, race, age, disability, religion,
    sexual orientation discrimination
    sexual harassment
    retaliation
    whistleblowing
    U-5 defamation
    wrongful termination
    tortious interference
    constructive discharge
    promissory note claims
    other compensation disputes
    Participated in defense of major healthcare company in independent contractor misclassification FLSA collective action.
    Securities Cases: Represented major broker-dealers
    other securities industry participants in numerous arbitration hearings before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (formerly the National Association of Securities Dealers
    the New York Stock Exchange)
    JAMS in a wide variety of employment matters
    in customer claims including suitability, selling away,
    misrepresentation claims.
    Represented investment firms in scores of customer arbitrations involving allegations of research analyst conflicts of interest.
    Represented a major investment firm in significant cases involving stock options brought by former WorldCom employees.
    Represented major investment firms in customer arbitrations involving a variety of securities, including high-yield bond funds, corporate bonds,
    preferred stocks.
    Commercial Litigation: Representations include: Coordinating matter for national client in which Greenberg Traurig attorneys around the country provide advice about the impact of COVID-related developments on the client's business.
    Prosecution of claims by government contractor for disaster recovery project monies owed arising out of Hurricane Ike.
    Defense of record company in cases under Copyright Act, with multiple rulings upheld on appeal.
    Assisted in appeal of city's claim of governmental immunity in multimillion dollar contract litigation.
    Defense of project management company in AAA arbitration against claims for breach of contract
    fraud.
    Pro Bono Matters: Representing Afghani clients seeking relief in the U.S. following U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
    Representing pro bono client in divorce proceeding.
    Representing client seeking asylum following persecution in his home country based on sexual orientation.
    Representing client seeking citizenship through marriage.
    Obtained permanent residency for multiple pro bono child clients through Kids In Need of Defense.
    Obtained T-Visa for pro bono client as victim of human trafficking.
    Participating in Survivor's Project, assisting survivors of trafficking or domestic violence in obtaining clemency.
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    Florida
    Texas
    U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
    U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
    U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
    U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida
    U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
    U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
    U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
    U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas
    Memberships

    Professional & Community Involvement

    •Co-Coordinator, GT Houston Pro Bono Program
    •Chairperson, Education Subcommittee, GT's Diversity and Justice Initiative
    •Pro Bono work with multiple organizations, representing clients in obtaining special immigrant juvenile status, asylum, and T-visas for victims of human trafficking
    •Council Member, HBA Securities Litigation and Arbitration Law Section
    •Member, Garland R. Walker American Inn of Court
    •Member, Southeastern Women in Financial Services
    •Founding Member, Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) Houston Advisory Committee
    •Advisory Board Member, Tahirih Justice Center
    •Nominating Committee Member and fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
    •Member, American Bar Association, State Bars of Texas and Florida, Houston Bar Association

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Duke University School of Law
    J.D.
    magna cum laude

    Duke University School of Law
    J.D.
    2002 Editor-in-Chief

    Duke University School of Law
    J.D.
    Duke's Alaska Law Review

    Duke University School of Law
    J.D.
    Moot Court Board

    Duke University School of Law
    J.D.
    Order of the Coif
    Other Education
    Cornell University
    Class of 1992
    B.S.
    Biology

    The Ohio State University
    Class of 1994
    M.S.
    Environmental Communications

    The Ohio State University
    Class of 1997
    Ph.D.
    Environmental Policy

    Duke University School of Law
    Duke's Alaska Law Review

    Duke University School of Law
    Moot Court Board

    Duke University School of Law
    Order of the Coif

    Duke University School of Law
    magna cum laude

    Duke University School of Law
    2002 Editor-in-Chief

    Duke University School of Law
    Duke's Alaska Law Review

    Duke University School of Law
    Moot Court Board

    Duke University School of Law
    Order of the Coif

    Duke University School of Law
    2002 Editor-in-Chief

    Duke University School of Law
    magna cum laude
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1966
    1966

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Attorneys FAQs

  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Jennifer Tomsen is admitted to practice in Florida and Texas.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Jennifer Tomsen is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas and United States District Court for the Western District of Texas.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP has 2750 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Jennifer Tomsen attended Duke University School of Law.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP was established in 1967.