About Ms Alicia M. Chiu

Alicia M. Chiu, Co-Chair of the Orlando Litigation Group, has a wide range of experience representing employers in all areas of the employment relationship. As an experienced employment litigator, she defends employers in single-plaintiff, multi-plaintiff, and class action matters involving discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, whistleblower claims, wage and hour disputes, and employee misclassification, as well as trade secret disputes and the enforcement of restrictive covenants. She represents employers in both federal and state courts, before administrative agencies and in arbitration proceedings.

Beyond the courtroom, Alicia provides her clients with legal advice and guidance that identifies and minimizes legal risk before disputes arise. She works with employers of all sizes and industries on topics including performance management, leaves of absence, terminations, and reductions in force, with a consistent focus on practical outcomes. Alicia has conducted internal investigations on behalf of her clients across a broad range of industries and regularly conducts compliance training for management on harassment, discrimination, and leave management under the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Alicia's work has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America where she has been listed in the categories of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management, and Litigation - Labor and Employment from 2023 to 2026.

Meet Alicia M. Chiu

Concentrations

•Labor and employment
•Internal investigations
•Management training
•Employment litigation and trials

Judicial Clerkships

•Hon. Judge Norah McCann King, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, 2004-2005

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, “Employment Law - Management,” “Labor Law - Management,” “Litigation - Labor and Employment,” 2023-2026
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, “Florida Rising Stars,” 2013-2017

 

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Areas of Law

  • Other 4
    • Labor & Employment
    • Employment Litigation & Trials
    • Workplace Compliance & Counseling
    • Retail

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Shareholder
    Firm Name
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Experience: Representative Matters: Won unanimous jury verdict in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida on behalf of a major retailer in case alleging race discrimination
    retaliation.
    Obtained summary judgment in United States District Court on behalf of a large oil refinery involving claims of race discrimination, disability discrimination, failure to accommodate,
    retaliation
    successfully defended plaintiff's appeal to the United States Circuit Court of Appeals.
    Obtained summary judgment in United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio on behalf of manufacturer in case involving claims alleging wrongful discharge, discrimination,
    violations of the FMLA.
    Successfully defended multi-plaintiff appeal to the United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit alleging claims of hostile work environment
    retaliation.
    Obtained dismissal
    findings of 'no probable cause' in numerous employment discrimination charges filed with the EEOC
    various state fair employment practice agencies.
    Negotiated settlement in class action litigation involving claims of breach of fiduciary duty under ERISA as it related to the purchase
    sale of ESOP stock.
    Conducted sensitive internal investigations involving allegations of harassment
    discrimination lodged against clients' executive
    upper leadership.
    Successfully defended numerous disability access matters for hospitality, retail
    other public-facing clients.
    Conducted inspections of nationwide retailers for compliance with Title III of the ADA.
    Counseled clients on a variety employment issues, including hiring
    interviews, background checks, employee discipline, wage
    hour compliance, reductions in force, disability
    leave management, terminations
    separations, restrictive covenant enforcement, trade secrets, internal investigations, policy development
    risk avoidance best practices.
    Reviewed
    revised client h
    books, contracts, employment policies, offer letters
    applications.
    The above representations were h
    led by Ms. Chiu prior to her joining Greenberg Traurig, P.A.
    Internships: Judicial Intern, Hon. Judge Algenon Marbley, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, 2004
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    Florida
    U.S. Virgin Islands
    2004, Ohio
    Memberships

    Professional & Community Involvement

    •Board of Directors, United Arts of Central Florida, 2026-Present
    •Member, Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers
    •Member, Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association
    •Member, Orange County Bar Association

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
    Class of 2004
    J.D.
    cum laude ; Order of the Coif; Associate Editor, The Ohio State University Journal on Dispute Resolution
    Other Education
    Vanderbilt University
    Class of 1999
    B.S.
    magna cum laude
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1977
    1977

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Attorneys FAQs

  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Ms Alicia M. Chiu is admitted to practice in Florida, Ohio and U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP has 2750 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Ms Alicia M. Chiu attended The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP was established in 1967.