Jennifer Abruzzo, the former General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), has embraced a new dual role in the private sector. She is set to work as a senior advisor to the communications sector, enhancing her significant experience gained during her previous tenure at the NLRB. Additionally, Abruzzo joins the California-based law firm, Bush Gottlieb, assuming the position of ‘of counsel’. This law firm is known for its representation of various unions, aligning with Abruzzo’s extensive labor law background.
The Communications Workers of America (CWA) have publicly acknowledged her appointment, highlighting her collaboration with CWA President Claude Cummings. Her prior association with the CWA during the first Trump administration will undoubtedly enhance the synergy within the union’s leadership. More about her new roles and responsibilities can be explored in the announcement by the Communications Workers of America.
Abruzzo’s dual engagement reflects a burgeoning trend among legal professionals who leverage their regulatory experience to serve in advocacy roles within the private sector. Her new positions underscore the value of her comprehensive expertise in labor relations, a critical asset given the ongoing complexities and challenges faced by unions today.