About Jennifer
Jennifer Garner advocates for labor unions, employees, and creative artists in matters pending before federal and state courts, administrative agencies, and arbitrators. Her practice is devoted to protecting rights guaranteed by the National Labor Relations Act, enforcing anti-discrimination and payday laws, advising unions on internal governance, assisting with organizing campaigns and contract negotiations, and representing creators and performers in connection with trademark, copyright, and related issues.
Litigation and Counseling Experience
Jennifer has represented clients in cases before various Texas state courts, eight federal district and bankruptcy courts, and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. She counseled a prominent international entertainment union for more than fourteen years.
Background in Music
Jennifer also is a classically trained violinist who worked as a professional musician for twenty-five years before, during, and after law school. She holds a bachelor’s degree in violin performance from Louisiana State University, an artist’s diploma from the Hochschule fur Music Freiburg (Germany) as a Fulbright scholarship grantee, a master’s degree in violin performance from Minnesota State University, and a juris doctorate from Southern Methodist University.
Professional Affiliations and Admissions
Licensed to practice law in Texas and New York, Jennifer is a member of the AFL-CIO Union Lawyers Alliance, the Dallas Bar Association, and Local 802 of the American Federation of Musicians.